A 42-year-old asymptomatic attorney undergoes a routine exercise test which is reported positive for myocardial ischemia. The following is/are true:
A. This is a rare event since less than 5% of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) are asymptomatic with exercise
B. Such a patient could progress to heart failure from ischemic cardiomyopathy
C. Typical angina pectoris is promptly relieved by rest or relaxation
D. Dyspnea on exertion can represent an angina equivalent
Answer:B
A 42-year-old asymptomatic attorney undergoes a routine exercise test which is reported positive for myocardial ischemia. The following is/are true:
A. This is a rare event since less than 5% of patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) are asymptomatic with exercise B. Such a patient could progress to heart failure from ischemic cardiomyopathy C. Typical angina pectoris is promptly relieved by rest or relaxation D. Dyspnea on exertion can represent an angina equivalent