A patient with an acute Ml on a 12-lead ECG transmitted by the paramedics has the above findings on a rhythm strip when
Posted: Sat Aug 06, 2022 7:17 am
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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B. Intravenous nitroglycerin for 24 hours
C. Reperfusion therapy
D. Atropine 0.5 mg IV, total dose 2 mg as needed E. Temporary pacing