Activate a STEMI alert from a 12-lead
Reinforce the AHA/ACC STEMI activation order from emergency-cardiac training. The cath lab is not delayed for a full lab panel once 12-lead criteria are confirmed.
- Obtain a 12-lead and confirm STEMI criteria or an equivalent activation trigger.
- Stamp first-medical-contact time.
- Activate the STEMI / cath-lab pathway.
- Give the taught antiplatelet if not contraindicated.
- Give the taught anticoagulant if not contraindicated.
- Place a reliable IV and defibrillator pads.
- Send records with the patient for transfer.
- Do not delay activation for a full lab panel.