Management of Acute Myocardial Infarction

Medium Physiological Adaptation Medical Emergencies

A 56-year-old male arrives at the emergency department with severe chest pain radiating to his left arm. He is sweaty and appears anxious. An ECG is obtained, which shows ST-segment elevation. The healthcare team prepares to manage this patient. As an RN, identify the priority interventions that should be included in the care plan for this patient experiencing an acute myocardial infarction (MI).

Select all that apply:

Administer aspirin as prescribed to reduce platelet aggregation.

Prepare to administer morphine for pain relief and anxiety management.

Initiate cardiac monitoring to observe for arrhythmias.

Administer supplemental oxygen to improve oxygenation.

Prepare for possible thrombolytic therapy or PCI (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention).

Perform a focused assessment of the patient's neurological status.

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