Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

Question 1

What is Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?

Answer 1

• Term used to cover a number of cardiac conditions: Unstable angina, acute myocardial infarction

Question 2

Signs and symptoms of ACS?

Answer 2

• Chest pain; heavy with nil relief
• SOB
• Nausea and vomiting
• Radiation to jaw and L arm
• Everybody presents differently with ACS, can be atypical symptoms

Question 3

ACS Treatment?

Answer 3

• 12 lead to identify if cause is cardiac
• Aspirin
• GTN
• Pain relief
• Oxygen (if indicated)
• Rapid transport if STEMI confirmed, consult specialists via phone