Cardiac Teaching 409
Instructed patient on how to recognize the signs and symptoms of angina such as: SOB, chest pain, anxiety, indigestion, sweating, and shortness of breath. Contact your primary care physician if the condition worsens, or if you exhibit other symptoms.
Reviewed June 2020
Reviewed for general reference only. Adapt to your patient, agency policy, and scope of practice.
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