ECG Weekly

Weekly Workout · #197 · October 8, 2018

ECG Basics and Fundamentals: how many STEMI patients present with nondiagnostic initial ECGs?

HPI

HPI:  A 52-year-old male with PMHx of HTN & HLD presents to the ED with chest pain and shortness of breath. He looks uncomfortable on exam and is hypertensive. The following ECG was obtained:

Case ECG


Before watching this week's video, ask yourself these questions:

  1. What ECG abnormalities do you notice?
  2. What is the rate and rhythm?
  3. What is the most likely diagnosis and next best step in management?

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