A Patient Presents with Complaints of Intermittent Chest Pain

question 7

Multiple Choice

A patient presents with complaints of intermittent chest pain. The nurse assesses that the patient holds a high-stress job and is a Type A personality. How can the nurse best explain the importance of reducing cardiac risk factors?

• A) "Some stress is healthy for the heart. If constant chest pain develops, you need to have it investigated."
• B) "Stress is an everyday occurrence and should be managed by resting frequently."
• C) "Type A personalities tend to seek out higher-stress jobs. Maybe you should seek different employment."
• D) "The exposure to chronic stress increases the workload for the heart. Managing stress in a healthy manner will help decrease the risk factors for cardiovascular disease."

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