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[Cardiac Lesson Outline] Your Quick Guide to Myocardial Infarction 💓

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nursing.com logo blue flursicpflg NURSING.com, You guys loved the Angina lesson outline, so I wanted to send you another one—this time, we’re diving into Myocardial Infarction (MI). I know how crucial it is to really understand this topic, so I’ve broken it down into bite-sized pieces that are easy to remember - be sure to flag this email for easy reference later or download at the bottom of this email! MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION OVERVIEW * Definition: MI, or a heart attack, happens when blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is blocked long enough to cause damage. * Why it Happens: It’s usually because of plaque buildup (fat, cholesterol, etc.) in the coronary arteries. If the plaque ruptures, it can cause a clot that blocks blood flow. GENERAL POINTS Most common causes * Coronary Artery Disease and thrombosis ASSESSMENT Subjective Data * Chest pain unrelieved by rest * Skin pale, diaphoretic, mottled, nausea, anxiety, SOB, and palpitations that worsen with activity angina signs and symptoms Objective Data * Might be hypotensive/bradycardic * ST-elevation on 12-Lead (STEMI) * Elevated Troponins (most sensitive), elevated CK-MB & CK THERAPEUTIC MANAGEMENT Medication Management (anticipated medications) * Thienopyridines (clopidogrel) * Heparin * Renin-Angiotensin Blockade (ARBS or Ace inhibitors) * Oxygen * Morphine (only if indicated by facility) * Beta Blockers * Nitroglycerin (per facility policy) Monitor EKG ekg-interpretation-for-nurses Rest – decrease O2 demands of the heart Anticipate Provider Orders * 12-Lead EKG * Cardiac Enzymes q3h x 4 * Thrombolytics unless contraindicated * Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA)--> opens clogged arteries I hope this outline helps you feel more confident with MI. Just like with Angina, mastering these concepts is key to providing top-notch care. Let me know if you found this helpful! Download Myocardial Infarction Lesson Outline Happy Nursing! -Jon Haws, RN Grab Your Cardiac Questions Book at 30% Off Get Lifetime Access at 20% Off Instagram TikTok YouTube Try NURSING.com FREE for 3 days: CLICK HERE Happy Nursing! 😊 100,000+ nursing school graduates FAILED the NCLEX® last year. NURSING.com has a 99.86% Pass Rate PLUS a 200% NCLEX Pass Guarantee. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE NURSING.com, 11918 Division Street #2114, PORTLAND, Oregon 97266, United States
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