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An 82-year-old female called 911 for mild heartburn that was not relieved by antacids. Upon assessment, she denied any chest pain or pressure and had normal vital signs. An ECG showed ST elevation consistent with an acute myocardial infarction. Aspirin was given but nitroglycerin was withheld due to the absence of chest pain. The paramedic is questioning whether to activate the catheterization lab given the patient

Author
Richard Siahaan
Language
EN