Which comment by the patient indicates a good understanding of a diagnosis of coronary heart disease?
A) "I had a heart attack because I work too hard, and it puts too much strain on my heart."
B) "The pain in my chest gets worse each time it happens.I think that there is more damage to my heart vessels as time goes on."
C) "If I change my diet and exercise more, I should get over this and be healthy."
D) "What kind of pills can you give me to get me over this and back to my lifestyle?"

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Coronary heart disease is a progressive atherosclerotic disorder of the coronary arteries that results in narrowing or complete occlusion.Stress and strain can increase the heart's oxygen demands but do not typically cause coronary artery disease.Coronary artery disease is a chronic illness.The patient asking for pills and a return to a previous lifestyle does not understand how risk factors lead to coronary artery disease.

Which Comment by the Patient Indicates a Good Understanding of a Diagnosis