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If you were experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath or a cold sweat, what would you do?

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  • A

    Sit and wait for it to pass

  • B

    Call my doctor

  • C

    Ask a friend to drive you to the ER

  • D

    Call 9-1-1 immediately

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Michelle L.

Michelle L.
Community Member

I'd wait it out some, as I know that some of my medical conditions... more

phyllis c.

phyllis c.
Community Member

These symptoms are side effects of a medication that I am on so I... more

Amy D.

Amy D.
Community Member

I just hope I pay enough attention to my symptoms if it happens! more

Suzanne B.

Suzanne B.
Community Member

I sometimes feel that if you wait the pain will pass more

Kate C.

Kate C.
Community Member

I'd like to know more about symptoms women in particular experience during a cardiac... more

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