STEMI Flashcards
1
Q
What is a STEMI?
A
A ST elevated myocardial infarction (classic heart attack)
2
Q
What are the aetiology of STEMI?
A
Unstable angina
Acute cornary syndrome
3
Q
Describe the pathology of STEMI’s
A
Atheroma
Rupture to thrombosis
necrosis to ischaemia
4
Q
What are the signs of STEMI’s?
A
ST elevation
elevated troponin
5
Q
What are the symptoms of STEMI’s?
A
Sever chest pain lasting more than 20 mins Dysponea fatigue Syncope Pale, clammy and sweating Brady or tackycardia
6
Q
What investigations would be done to diagnose STEMI?
A
ECG
Full blood count
Echocardiogram
Troponin levels
7
Q
What Treatments are used in STEMI’s?
A
Asprin GTN Beta blockers ACE inhibitors Statins Smoking cessation
