Non-Traumatic Chest Pain Assessment Flashcards

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Non-traumatic chest pain suspect Possible MI in what age?

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aged 35yrs
Distribution of autonomic nerve supply to the intra-thoracic and upper abdominal organs is potentially Acute MI pain.
location, sensation, and radiation features

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Potential Symptoms of MI - clincial presentation

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pleuritic or sharp pains
Epigastric (upper abdominal) pain
Burning or indigestion pain
Pain in tongue or mouth
Breathlessness without pain
Fatigue
feeling of impending doom

Silent MI - women, elderly, diabetes

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