A 65-year-old is rushed to ED with acute chest pain, ST-elevation in leads V2-V4, and ongoing pain for 45 minutes. Next immediate intervention?...

Question

A 65-year-old is rushed to ED with acute chest pain, ST-elevation in leads V2-V4, and ongoing pain for 45 minutes. Next immediate intervention?

Accepted Answer

Immediate PCI if available within recommended timeframe

Answer

High-flow oxygen for all patients

Answer

IV streptokinase in all ST-elevation cases

Answer

Morphine alone

Answer

Admit to coronary care for observation without intervention

ukmla MCQ (SBA): STEMI