Question

A 64-year-old with anterior STEMI presents 60 minutes after onset. PCI-capable hospital; cath lab ready. Which immediate medication should be given first if not yet administered?

Accepted Answer

Chewable aspirin 325 mg

Answer

IV metoprolol 5 mg

Answer

Clopidogrel 300 mg load

Answer

IV heparin 5,000 units

Answer

Sublingual nitroglycerin 0.4 mg

Practice question

A 64-year-old with anterior STEMI presents 60 minutes after onset. PCI-capable hospital; cath lab ready. Which immediate medication should be given first if not yet administered?