A client asks the nurse if angina is the same thing as having a heart attack. Which response should the nurse provide?

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Angina means that the heart muscle is not getting enough oxygen, while a heart attack or myocardial infarction means that part of the heart muscle has died. This is a clear and concise explanation that helps to differentiate between the two conditions. Option A may be confusing as it suggests that the two conditions are similar in more ways than just the presence of emotional distress, and Option C is vague without providing further information as to which type of angina may be more similar to a heart attack. Option D is incorrect as it does not provide any explanatory information.

A Client Asks the Nurse If Angina Is the Same