Cardiac Ischemia Medical Directive Flashcards

1
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indications for cardiac ischemia

A

suspected cardiac ischemia

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2
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conditions for ASA

A

> =18 years
unaltered
able to chew and swallow

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3
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conditions for nitro

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>=18 years
unaltered
HR 60-159
normotensive
prior history of nitro use OR IV access obtained
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4
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contraindications for ASA

A

allergy or sensitivity to ASA or NSAIDS
if asthmatic, no prior use of ASA
current active bleeding
CVA or TBI in the previous 24 HR

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5
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contraindications for nitro

A

allergy or sensitivity to nitrates
phosphodiesterase inhibitor use within the previous 48hr
SBP drops 1/3 or more of its initial value after nitro admin
12-lead ECG compatible with R ventricular MI

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6
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ASA treatment

A

PO
160-162mg
1 max dose

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7
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nitroglycerin treatment

A
no STEMI
>=100mmHg
SL
0.3-0.4mg
max 0.4mg
Q5min
6 max doses
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