STEMI Triage Protocol Flashcards
1
Q
Criteria for STEMI
A
Chest pain, anginal equivalent, or other symptoms of acute ischemia with:
- ST segment elevation at the J point of greater than 1 mm in 2 or more contiguous leads
2
Q
If Non STEMI or ACS
A
Treat per Chest Pain AG
3
Q
Prior to Transport
A
- Transmit ECG to the ED
- Provide STEMI ALERT only if patients meets STEMI criteria
- Provide accurate ETA
- Provide direct communication to the ED for patients in shock or severe signs or symptoms