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A patient with an acute Ml on a 12-lead ECG transmitted by the paramedics has the above findings on a rhythm strip when a monitor is placed in the ED. The patient had resolution of moderate (5/10) chest pain with three doses of sublingual nitroglycerin. Blood pressure is 104/70 mmHg. Which intervention below is most important, reducing in-hospital and 30-day mortality?

  • A. Atropine 1 mg IV, total dose 3 mg as needed
  • B. Intravenous nitroglycerin for 24 hours
  • C. Reperfusion therapy
  • D. Atropine 0.5 mg IV, total dose 2 mg as needed
  • E. Temporary pacing
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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️
by Edible at Jan. 11, 2023, 5:15 a.m.

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Edible
2 years ago
Reperfusion is needed to reduce further damage to the heart muscle
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