Priority Nursing Action in STEMI Presentation

Hard Physiological Adaptation Medical Emergencies

A 45-year-old male arrives at the emergency department with severe chest pain, diaphoresis, and difficulty breathing. His past medical history includes hypertension and hyperlipidemia. On examination, his blood pressure is noted to be 90/60 mmHg, heart rate 120 beats per minute, and he appears restless. An ECG shows ST elevations in the inferior leads. What is the priority nursing action in this medical emergency?

Administer nitroglycerin sublingually.

Initiate high-flow oxygen therapy.

Obtain a set of vital signs and establish IV access.

Prepare the patient for immediate cardiac catheterization.

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