Why Does Non-STEMI Present a Challenge to the Health Care

question 13

Multiple Choice

Why does non-STEMI present a challenge to the health care team?

• A)The patient often mistakes the symptoms for indigestion.
• B)The ECG tracing looks similar to that of a patient with complete heart block.
• C)The ECG tracing does not reflect ST segment deviation or presence of a pathologic Q wave.
• D)There is no conclusive method to determine whether an MI has occurred.

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Definitions:

Masseter

A facial muscle that plays a major role in the chewing of food by elevating the mandible (lower jaw).

Extensor Hallicus Longus

A muscle in the leg that extends the big toe and aids in dorsiflexion of the foot.

Big Toe

The largest toe on the human foot, which plays a significant role in maintaining balance and walking.

Tibialis Anterior

A muscle in the lower leg that dorsiflexes and inverts the foot, playing an important role in walking and balance.