MI Flashcards
1
Q
Define atherogenesis?
A
- formation of fatty deposits in artery
2
Q
Define atherothrombosis?
A
- atheroscleotic plaque obstruction
3
Q
Explain chronic stable angina?
A
- stable stenosis
- predictible
- pain on exertion
- stop, sit, spray
4
Q
Explain the flow of events that leads to a plaque rupture?
A
- normal artery
- fatty streak
- atherosclorotic plaque
- fibrous plaque
- plaque rupture
5
Q
Explain acute coronary syndrome
A
- dynamic stenosis
- supply led ischaemia
- unpredictible
6
Q
Diagnosis of STEMI on ECG?
A
- ST elevation ( 2 adjacent limb leads, or 2 precordial leads)
- T waves inversion
7
Q
Inferior MI would be seen in what leads?
A
- II, III, aVF
8
Q
Anterior MI would be seen in what leads?
A
- V1-V6
9
Q
Treatment of an MI?
A
- Morphine
- Oxygen if hypoxic
- Nitrates (GTN)
- Asprin (300mg)
- Ticagrelor
10
Q
What antiemetic may be given to an MI patient?
A
- metoclopramide hydrochloride
11
Q
PCI should be given to a patient with ____ minutes
A
- 120 mins
12
Q
Explain angioplasty
A
- coronary revascularisation
- baloon insertion
13
Q
Long term drug management of STEMI?
A
- Aspirin
- Clopidogrel
- B blockers
- ACE inhibitor
- Nitrates
14
Q
What should be given to a STEMI patient if PCI cant be given?
A
- fibrolysis
