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Inferior STEMI post PCI hypotension dyspnea ICU board review scenario

April 5, 2026IMCrit

IMCrit shares a post PCI deterioration vignette for ICU board review, emphasizing rapid bedside interpretation of hemodynamics and exam findings after inferior STEMI intervention.

ICU - Board Review Qs:
60 yo pt admitted to the ICU because of inferior STEMI.
One hour post-PCI: dyspnea/anxiety - BP: 94/70, HR: 60/min (sinus). Phys exam: JVD (+), clear lungs, cool extremities
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