NSTEMI

Question 1

Features of ACS

Answer 1

1. Sudden onset of symptoms at rest ( or minimal exertion) that last at least 10 mins;
2. Severe pain, pressure, or discomfort in the chest;
3. Accelerating pattern of angina that develops more frequently with greater severity, or that awakens the patient from sleep.

Question 2

Type of MI with typical SYMPTOMS WITHOUT persistent ST segment elevstion in at least 2 contiguous ECG leads
But elevation of myocardial Biomarkers

Answer 2

ACS - NSTEMI

Question 3

Type of ACS with typical symptoms and serial NEGATIVE markers of Myocardial markers.

Answer 3

Unstable Angina

Question 4

Clinical Manifestation of NSTEMI?

Answer 4

Appear suddenly,
with severe,
new-onset symptoms occurring during minimal exertion or at REST,
an accelerating pattern of angina
or angina occurring shortly after a completed MI.

Question 5

Goals of Ischemic Therapy?

Answer 5

Relief of symptoms
Prevent sequelae of ACS
( recurrent MI, HF, arrhythmias and death)