The difference between a STEMI and an NSTEMI (or non-STEMI), is exactly that: a STEMI is an ST-elevation myocardial infarction, and a non-STEMI is a non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction. NSTEACS is a non-ST-elevation acute coronary syndrome, which includes non-STEMI as well as unstable angina. Learn more at https://www.ausmed.com/cpd/courses/cardiac-deterioration | Ausmed

🫀Angina vs. MI 🫀🔴Angina = inadequate oxygen sent to the heart muscle due to narrowing of the coronary arteries. This causes *ischemia* – may be precipitated by exertion, exercise, or stress. Angina should be relieved by rest and nitroglycerin. ⭐Patients with history of angina should be encouraged to carry nitroglycerin tablets with them at all times (in their bag, purse, etc.) should chest pain occurBlockage/occlusion of a major vessel = NO blood flow, leading to an infarct (myocardial infarc