Question 1

Angina can cause changes in ECG patterns. Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

Vasospastic angina, also known as Prinzmetal's angina, is characterized by transient episodes of coronary artery spasm that can lead to temporary ST-segment elevation on an ECG, reflecting a transient ischemic event rather than permanent damage. This is distinct from the ST-segment depression typically associated with ischemic heart disease from fixed obstructive coronary artery disease.

Question 2

Which formulation of nitrate may be most cost effective for the patient who rarely has the need for dosing?

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

As patients with hyperlipidemia and angina age, they may find their nitro glycerin tablets "do not work as well." This is a function of:

Accepted Answer

Blunted coronary artery dilation due to calcified plaques can reduce the effectiveness of nitroglycerin tablets in aging patients with hyperlipidemia and angina. This is because nitroglycerin works by dilating the coronary arteries to improve blood flow, but calcified plaques can make the arteries less responsive to such dilation.

Question 4

Your patient reports he could walk up two flights of stairs last year without pain. Earlier this year this fell to one flight of stairs without pain. He is concerned because now he can only go six steps without pain. What is this called?

Accepted Answer

Crescendo angina is characterized by an increase in the frequency, duration, or severity of angina symptoms, indicating worsening or unstable angina. The patient's decreasing ability to perform activities without experiencing pain suggests a progression in the severity of their angina symptoms.

Question 5

Vasospastic angina is linked with:

Accepted Answer

Vasospastic angina, also known as Prinzmetal's angina, is often linked with the use of recreational drugs such as cocaine. Cocaine can cause the coronary arteries to spasm, leading to chest pain even in the absence of coronary artery disease.

Quiz 29: Angina

Angina can cause changes in ECG patterns. Which of the following is true?

Which formulation of nitrate may be most cost effective for the patient who rarely has the need for dosing?

As patients with hyperlipidemia and angina age, they may find their nitro glycerin tablets "do not work as well." This is a function of:

Your patient reports he could walk up two flights of stairs last year without pain. Earlier this year this fell to one flight of stairs without pain. He is concerned because now he can only go six steps without pain. What is this called?

Vasospastic angina is linked with: