]> 2026-07-31T07:52:12+00:00 WBR0991 0 en Thrombolytic Incorrect In NSTEMI thrombolytic do not lower mortality. Thrombolytic used only if there is ST segment elevation or a new LBBB within 12 hours of the onset of chest pain. Low molecular weight heparin Correct In NSTEMI heparin is used routinely. Metoprolol Incorrect Metoprolol is not used as the first line in NSTEMI Order CK-MB Incorrect No use to repeat CK-MB now in this case, CK-MB is elevated for 2-3 days Stress test Incorrect The patient in NSTEMI and no need for stress test in this case. Non ST Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI) management is different in that there is no use of thrombolytic, heparin is used routinely, glycoprotein IIb/IIIa lower mortality particularly in those undergoing angioplasty.<br/> '''Educational Objective:''' <br/> '''References:''' Emergency Room A 59 year- old male comes to ED complaining of chest pain. The pain started while he was watching TV 30 minutes ago, and radiating to the left shoulder. His pain is dull constant in nature, and it is accompanied by diaphoresis and nausea. EKG is normal, and his Troponin levels are elevated. The patient has been given oxygen, nitrates, morphine, and aspirin. Which of the following is the best next step in managing this patient? B Cardiovascular 2020-10-28T02:17:57Z 2459150.5957986 WBR0991 990 0 en 990 REDI 102 en REDI