Question

A patient's 12-lead ECG is transmitted by the paramedics and shows a STEMI. When the patient arrives in the ED, the rhythm shown here is seen on the cardiac monitor. The patient has resolution of 5/10 chest pain after 3 doses of SL NTG. BP is 104/70 mmHg. What intervention is most important in reducing this patient's in-hospital and 30-day mortality rate?

Answer 1

Revascularization therapy is the most important intervention in reducing the patient's mortality rate.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most important intervention in reducing this patient's in-hospital and 30-day mortality rate is to provide revascularization therapy as soon as possible. Revascularization therapy involves restoring blood flow to the blocked coronary artery, typically through procedures such as balloon angioplasty and stents or bypass surgery. This is crucial in treating ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) as it helps to restore cardiac blood flow and prevent further damage to the heart muscle.