Pass Nursing Exams With Adaptive Clinical Readiness.

Acute coronary syndrome

1. PathophysiologyAn atherosclerotic plaque ruptures or its endothelial surface erodes, exposing thrombogenic material to flowing blood.
2. What the patient showsChest discomfort is described far more often as pressure, heaviness, tightness, squeezing or burning than as pain.
3. What the nurse assessesObtain a 12-lead ECG promptly and escalate it for interpretation without delay.
4. What the nurse doesAspirin when indicated and not contraindicated. Assess for true allergy, active bleeding and any recent dose already taken.