Read the Following Excerpt from a Patient's Health Record: Past

question 31

Multiple Choice

Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record: Past Medical History:
CAD with PTCA in 20xx. Hypertension. Hypertriglyceridemia.
Medications: Beta blocker, nitroglycerin prn, ASA, antilipidemic agent.
Allergies: Penicillin.
Family History: Brother deceased from an MI at 69 years of age.
Social: Patient does not smoke. He drinks 1-2 beers per week. Denies illicit drug use. He is married with two grown children and three grandchildren.
According to this patient's medical history, which of the following statements is NOT true?

• A) The patient currently takes a medication that reduces the amount of fat in his blood.
• B) The patient experienced a myocardial infarction.
• C) The patient has coronary artery disease.
• D) The patient has excessive amounts of triglycerides in his blood.
• E) The patient has high blood pressure.

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Definitions:

Rapid Breathing

An increased rate of respiration, which may occur due to exercise, stress, or medical conditions.

Internal Factor

An element within an organization or system that can affect its performance and outcomes.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, usually measured in the arteries.

Diastolic Pressure

The blood pressure measured when the heart relaxes.