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Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) Learning Objectives

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What is the underlying pathology across the spectrum of Acute Coronary Syndrome?

Atherosclerotic plaque formation (correct)

Coronary artery vasodilation

Cardiac arrhythmias

Myocardial hypertrophy

Which electrocardiogram (ECG) finding is commonly seen in patients with Unstable Angina?

Q-wave formation

ST-segment elevation

T-wave normalization

ST-segment depression (correct)

What differentiates Unstable Angina from myocardial infarction?

Presence of permanent myocardial damage (correct)

Normalization of ECG findings

Absence of chest discomfort

Prolonged chest pain at rest

In Acute Coronary Syndrome, which cardiac complication is most likely to occur?

Myocardial infarction Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using electrocardiograms in diagnosing ACS?

To map and interpret cardiac electrical activity Signup and view all the answers

Which type of ACS is characterized by ST-segment elevation on ECG?

STEMI Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about troponins in Non-ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI) is true?

Troponins are elevated in NSTEMI, indicating myocardial necrosis. Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic ECG finding in ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)?

ST-segment elevation in leads corresponding to the area of infarct Signup and view all the answers

Which population group is at higher risk for Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS) and has poorer outcomes?

Post-menopausal women Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate annual cost of coronary heart disease, of which ACS is a substantial component, in the United States?

Exceeding $200 billion Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements regarding the management of STEMI is true?

Prompt diagnosis and revascularization are essential to minimize infarct size. Signup and view all the answers

Which demographic group has a higher incidence of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)?

Males Signup and view all the answers