A patient with coronary artery disease is having a cardiac evaluation to assess for possible valvular disease. Which study best identifies valvular function and measures the size of the cardiac chambers?
a. 12-lead electrocardiogram
b. Cardiac catheterization
c. Echocardiogram
d. Electrophysiology study
C
Echocardiography is a noninvasive, acoustic imaging procedure and involves the use of ultrasound to visualize the cardiac structures and the motion and function of cardiac valves and chambers.
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a. Takes vacations out of the country b. Takes antianxiety medication c. Takes exercise classes d. Takes afternoon naps