Question 89 · LDEK · Cardiac emergencies

Indicate symptom/statement which refers to the pain characteristic of myocardial infarction?

  1. A. it is localized.
  2. B. it does not disappear after administration of nitroglycerin.
  3. C. it intensifies with deep breathing.
  4. D. it occurs regularly during minor exertion.
  5. E. it disappears in the supine position.
Hint

Think about what distinguishes infarction pain from stable angina in its response to treatment.

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