Question

A 60-year-old male presents with chest pain typical of myocardial infarction for 2 hours. ECG shows ST elevations in leads II III and aVF. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Primary percutaneous coronary intervention PCI if it can be performed within recommended time frame

Answer

High-flow oxygen for all patients

Answer

Immediate IV fibrinolysis

Answer

Chewable aspirin alone

Answer

Morphine with metoclopramide only

Practice question

A 60-year-old male presents with chest pain typical of myocardial infarction for 2 hours. ECG shows ST elevations in leads II III and aVF. What is the most appropriate immediate management?