Question

exertional chest pain that resolves with rest is most likely caused by _______________.
pericarditis
coronary artery disease
aortic dissection
myocardial infaction

Explanation:

Exertional chest pain that resolves with rest is a classic symptom of angina, which is often due to coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD causes narrowing of the coronary arteries, reducing blood - flow to the heart muscle during exertion, leading to pain. Pericarditis is inflammation of the pericardium and pain is not typically exertion - related and relieved by rest in the same way. Aortic dissection is a tear in the aorta and presents with severe, often tearing pain not related to exertion and rest in this pattern. Myocardial infarction is a more severe event with persistent pain that doesn't resolve with rest.

Answer:

coronary artery disease