NSTEMI Flashcards

1
Q

What is a NSTEMI?

A

Non-ST elevated myocardial infarction

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2
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What is the aetiology of NSTEMI?

A

Acute cornary syndrome

Unstable angina

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3
Q

What is the pathology of NSTEMI?

A

Atheroma
Rupture
Necrosis

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4
Q

What are the signs of NSTEMI?

A

Abnormal Q wave on ECG
Increase troponin
ST depression

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5
Q

What are the symptoms of NSTEMI?

A

Stable/unstable angina

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6
Q

What are the investigations used in NSTEMI’s?

A

ECG
Troponin test
Angiocardiogram
echocardiogram

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7
Q

What treatments are used in NSTEMI?

A
Aspirin
Clopidogrel 
Statins 
beta blockers 
ACE-inhibitor
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