Question

A 64-year-old man presents with crushing chest pain and is diagnosed with ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Reperfusion therapy is planned. Which analgesic is preferred to treat his pain acutely?

Accepted Answer

Morphine intravenously with careful titration

Answer

Acetaminophen alone

Answer

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (e.g., ibuprofen)

Answer

Gravol (dimenhydrinate) intravenously

Answer

No analgesia should be given

Practice question

A 64-year-old man presents with crushing chest pain and is diagnosed with ST-elevation myocardial infarction. Reperfusion therapy is planned. Which analgesic is preferred to treat his pain acutely?