A patient presents with angina pectoris due to inadequate blood supply. Which
diagnosis best describes this condition?
A. Infarct C. Mitral valve prolapse
B. Ischemia D. Varicose veins
http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4472
Mycocardial Ischemia (decreased blood supply to the heart) Penn Foster students: page 30, last paragraph (dont cheat)
The best diagnosis that describes the patient's condition of angina pectoris due to inadequate blood supply is B. Ischemia.
To arrive at this answer, let's understand the concepts behind each option:
A. Infarct: Infarct refers to the death of tissue that occurs due to a prolonged lack of blood supply. While angina pectoris is a warning sign of possible heart disease, it is different from a full-blown heart attack or myocardial infarction.
B. Ischemia: Ischemia refers to an inadequate blood supply to a particular organ or tissue, resulting in a reduced oxygen supply. Angina pectoris commonly occurs due to reduced blood flow or ischemia in the coronary arteries that supply the heart with oxygen-rich blood.
C. Mitral valve prolapse: Mitral valve prolapse is a condition in which the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart doesn't close properly. While mitral valve prolapse can cause symptoms like chest pain, it is not directly associated with inadequate blood supply or angina pectoris.
D. Varicose veins: Varicose veins are enlarged and twisted veins, commonly seen in the legs. They occur due to faulty valves in the veins, leading to blood pooling and increased pressure. Varicose veins are unrelated to angina pectoris or inadequate blood supply to the heart.
Therefore, based on the given options, the most appropriate diagnosis for the patient's condition of angina pectoris due to inadequate blood supply is B. Ischemia.