Angina & Myocardial Infarction

Question 1

If a patient is experiencing angina or myocardial infarction what may be noticed during assessment of airway?

Answer 1

the patient is able to talk

Question 2

If a patient is experiencing angina or myocardial infarction what may be noticed during assessment of breathing?

Answer 2

increased breathing rate

Question 3

If a patient is experiencing angina or myocardial infarction what may be noticed during assessment of circulation?

Answer 3

increased heart rate

Question 4

If a patient is experiencing angina or myocardial infarction what may be noticed during assessment of disability?

Answer 4

the patient is alert

Question 5

If a patient is experiencing angina or myocardial infarction what may be noticed during assessment of exposure?

Answer 5

• the patient may appear pale or clammy
• the patient will experience central chest pain

Question 6

What medication can be administered to a patient with symptoms of angina?

Answer 6

• GTN spray
  
  • glyceryl trinitrate

Question 7

What is the dose of a GTN spray?

Answer 7

400mg per dose

Question 8

What medication can be administered to a patient with a suspected myocardial infarction?

Answer 8

• GTN spray
• aspirin
  • 300mg
    
    • chewed or crushed