A patient complains of chest pain that is radiating to the lower jaw, shoulders, and arms. The patient has a long-term history of cardiovascular conditions. The pain subsides in 10 minutes. Which of the following conditions is happening?
  1. Myocardial infarction
  2. Angina pectoris
  3. Cardiac failure
  4. Congestive heart failure
Explanation
Answer - B - Angina has the same type of symptoms as a heart attack, but since the pain goes away in 10 minutes, it is considered as angina pectoris.
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