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Chest Pain Algorithm Video
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Video at a Glance
- This video details the chest pain algorithm as part of a series of videos on chest pain.
Prehospital Assessment: - 1st: Assess the airway.
- 2nd: Obtain an ECG.
- 3rd: Begin oxygen if saturation is below 90% and start treatment with aspirin and nitro.
ED Assessment: - 1st: Vital signs and targeted exam and physical.
- 2nd: Collect labs and chest X-ray.
- 3rd: Begin treatment.
ECG Interpretation: - Check if there is an ST elevation.
- The ECG determines whether rapid revascularization needs to occur.
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