Where can pain from an MI spread to?
Usually left side Neck Lower jaw Arms Upper abdomen
What is the quality of MI chest pain sometimes described as?
Crushing
Like a pressure
What are the associated features of an MI?
Nausea
Sweating
Dyspnoea
What are some non-ischaemic reasons for chest pain?
Posture Broken rib Indigestion Anxiety Pneumonia/cough Pulmonary embolism Non-ischaemic heart conditions
How is angina often described?
Discomfort rather than pain
Although not always
What are the risk factors that you’d ask for if you suspected an ischaemic cause?
Smoking High BP High cholesterol Diabetes Physical inactivity Poor diet Family history Age Gender Previous CAD