A 65-year-old man presented to the Emergency Room with severe chest pain. He was diagnosed with inferior MI and received thrombolytic therapy (TPA). Few hours later, he developed d... A 65-year-old man presented to the Emergency Room with severe chest pain. He was diagnosed with inferior MI and received thrombolytic therapy (TPA). Few hours later, he developed dizziness. ECG is done. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis? A. 1st degree heart block B. 2nd degree heart block C. 3rd degree heart block D. 4th degree heart block
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The question is asking about the likely diagnosis for a patient who presented with severe chest pain and developed dizziness after being treated for inferior myocardial infarction, based on the provided ECG and clinical information.
Answer
3rd degree heart block
The final answer is 3rd degree heart block.
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The final answer is 3rd degree heart block.
More Information
Inferior myocardial infarctions are often associated with bradycardia due to heart blocks, especially 3rd degree (complete) heart block.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the degree of heart block. 3rd degree heart block is complete disassociation between atrial and ventricular activity.
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