Which of the following is a major difference between angina pectoris and AMI?
A. AMI is caused by myocardial ischemia.
B. Anginal pain typically subsides with rest.
C. Nitroglycerin has no effect on angina pectoris.
D. Pain from an AMI subsides within 30 minutes.
Ans: B. Anginal pain typically subsides with rest.
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