Myocardial Infarction Symptoms and Risk Factors

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What are the ECG findings associated with a myocardial infarction?

Flattened P waves and prolonged PR interval

T wave inversion, increased ST elevation, and development of abnormal Q waves (correct)

Widened QRS complexes and peaked T waves

Elevated R waves and increased QRS duration

What are the risk factors for myocardial infarction mentioned in the text?

Stress, lack of exercise, and poor diet

Smoking, high cholesterol, and family history

Obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure

Women, African Americans, and older patients (correct)

What socioeconomic factors can contribute to increased risk of myocardial infarction?

Poor education, language barriers, and cultural beliefs against seeking medical care

Lack of access to healthy food and gym memberships

Poverty, high healthcare cost, lack of insurance, transportation, and proximity to a healthcare provider (correct)

High levels of air pollution and water contamination

What is the preferred biomarker for the diagnosis of myocardial infarction?

Troponin Signup and view all the answers

When should a 12-lead ECG be obtained for a patient with suspected myocardial infarction?

Within 10 minutes of the onset of pain or arrival to the emergency department Signup and view all the answers

What is the key diagnostic indicator for a myocardial infarction on an ECG?

Elevation in the ST segment in two contiguous leads (measuring >1mm) Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential implication of an elevated CK-MB level in a patient?

Possible Complications after a PCI Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following interventions should be administered first to a patient experiencing an Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)?

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of negative myoglobin results in diagnosing an acute MI?

Rule out Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following nursing diagnoses is directly associated with a reduced coronary blood flow?

Risk for impaired cardiac function Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary pharmacological interventions for an AMI?

Nitroglycerin Signup and view all the answers

Why is it crucial to ask patients if they have already taken aspirin before administering it during an AMI?

To avoid potential drug interactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common symptom associated with a myocardial infarction (MI)?

Pressure or squeezing sensation in the chest Signup and view all the answers

During a cardiac rehabilitation program, what should be the recommended approach for increasing physical activity?

Increase activity gradually and monitor blood pressure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication during a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedure?

Bleeding at the catheter insertion site Signup and view all the answers

What is a common recommendation for patients with myocardial infarction (MI) regarding chest pain?

Chest pain is constant and does not change with inspiration or position Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential complication after a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) procedure?

Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) Signup and view all the answers

During the assessment of chest pain, which question is important to ask regarding radiation of pain?

Does the pain go anywhere else in the body? Signup and view all the answers