A 60-year-old man has crushing chest pain and ST elevation in V1 to V4. Which initial drug should be given at once, unless contraindicated?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Chewed aspirin, in a loading dose
- Step 1: Aspirin is given immediately in an acute coronary syndrome because it blocks platelet aggregation.
Answer
Chewed aspirin, in a loading dose.
Why not the others: The other drugs do not treat the coronary occlusion.
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