99. A patient with acute onset of severe, crushing chest pain, diaphoresis, and shortness of breath is in the emergency room. ECG shows ST-segment elevation. What is the critical urgency for medicinal intervention?
A.
Administering oral antibiotics.
B.
Immediate reperfusion therapy (fibrinolysis or PCI) for acute myocardial infarction.
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C.
Administering pain medication only.
D.
Encouraging rest.
📖 Additional Information
Administering oral antibiotics.
Immediate reperfusion therapy (fibrinolysis or PCI) for acute myocardial infarction.
