Non-Traumatic Chest Pain Assessment Flashcards
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1
Q
Non-traumatic chest pain suspect Possible MI in what age?
A
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
2
Q
Potential Symptoms of MI - clincial presentation
A
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