Causes of Chest Pain

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What is one of the possible causes of chest pain mentioned in the text?

  • Lung infection (correct)
  • Headache
  • Toothache
  • Knee injury

Which symptom is NOT mentioned as a sign of a heart attack in the text?

  • Stomach ache (correct)
  • Shortness of breath
  • Pain in the jaw
  • Lightheadedness

What is another term for inflammation of the heart muscle mentioned in the text?

  • Pericarditis
  • Cardiomyopathy
  • Endocarditis
  • Myocarditis (correct)

What action should someone take if they suspect they are having a heart attack?

<p>Seek emergency medical help (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can increase a person's chances of survival during a heart attack?

<p>Seeking prompt treatment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the British Heart Foundation, what is a common cause of myocarditis?

<p>Viral infection (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common symptom of coronary artery disease?

<p>Squeezing pain on the chest (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition refers to an enlargement in the aorta?

<p>Aortic dissection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible cause of pericarditis?

<p>Autoimmune disease (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which lung problem can cause chest pain?

<p>Pulmonary embolism (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is pulmonary hypertension?

<p>High blood pressure in the arteries carrying blood to the lungs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is pleurisy characterized by?

<p>Inflammation of the lung membrane (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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