Acute Coronary Syndrome: Clinical Manifestations and Management

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What is the top priority in the care of a patient with an ACS?

Assessing vital signs

Relief of chest pain (correct)

Monitoring respiratory rate

Administering beta blockers

Which response is monitored carefully to assess for hypotension or decreased respiratory rate in a patient receiving morphine for ACS?

Blood glucose levels

Temperature

Blood pressure (correct)

Oxygen saturation

What may be used if dysrhythmias occur in a patient with ACS?

Beta blockers (correct)

Naloxone

Nitroglycerin

Calcium channel blockers

Why is physical rest in bed with the head of the bed elevated or in a supportive chair beneficial for a patient with ACS?

To reduce chest discomfort and dyspnea Signup and view all the answers

What is the major goal for a patient with ACS related to respiratory function?

Maintain effective respiratory function Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of medical management for acute coronary syndrome?

To minimize myocardial damage Signup and view all the answers

Which symptom is commonly associated with acute coronary syndrome?

Chest pain Signup and view all the answers

What should the patient with suspected MI immediately receive as part of initial management?

Supplemental oxygen, aspirin, nitroglycerin, and morphine Signup and view all the answers

How is the presentation of patients with acute coronary syndrome described?

Cool, pale, and moist skin Signup and view all the answers

What is the drug of choice to reduce pain and anxiety in patients with suspected MI?

Morphine Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the top priority in the care of a patient with an ACS?

Which response is monitored carefully to assess for hypotension or decreased respiratory rate in a patient receiving morphine for ACS?

What may be used if dysrhythmias occur in a patient with ACS?

Why is physical rest in bed with the head of the bed elevated or in a supportive chair beneficial for a patient with ACS?

What is the major goal for a patient with ACS related to respiratory function?

What is the primary goal of medical management for acute coronary syndrome?

Which symptom is commonly associated with acute coronary syndrome?

What should the patient with suspected MI immediately receive as part of initial management?

How is the presentation of patients with acute coronary syndrome described?

What is the drug of choice to reduce pain and anxiety in patients with suspected MI?

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