ATI- Med Surge - Cardiac Diseases Questions with correct answers

MI vs Angina Correct Answer - Angina pectoris is a warning sign of an impending acute MI 4 major S/Sx differences between Angina and MI Correct Answer - MI risk factors (10) Correct Answer - 1. male gender 2. postmenopausal women 3. hypertension 4. tobacco use 5. hyperlipidemia 6. metabolic disorders (diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism) 7. methamphetamine or cocaine use 8. stress (life, work, physical exercise, sexual activity) 9. increased risk in older adults that are physically inactive, have one or more chronic diseases (hypertension, heart failure, DM) or have lifestyle (smoking, and diet) habits that contribute to atherosclerosis. 10. atherosclerotic changes related to aging predispose the heart to poor blood perfusion and oxygen delivery MI subjective Data (4) Correct Answer - 1. anxiety 2. chest pain (substernal or precordial) -pain can radiate down the shoulder or arm, or may present as jaw pain -pain can be described as crushing or aching pressure 3. nausea