While undergoing an exercise stress test, a patient complains of acute pain and cramping in the leg.Which condition should the nurse most suspect in this patient?
A)Dysrhythmia
B)Coronary artery disease
C)Peripheral artery disease
D)Tachycardia

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Acute pain and cramping in the leg during an exercise stress test is a typical symptom of peripheral artery disease, which is caused by the narrowing of peripheral arteries, leading to decreased blood flow to the muscles in the legs. Dysrhythmia, coronary artery disease, and tachycardia are not typically associated with leg pain or cramping during an exercise stress test.

While Undergoing an Exercise Stress Test, a Patient Complains of Acute