title: Myocardial infarction: nursing responsibilities in the first hour.
abstract: The aim of this article is to provide a comprehensive review of the physiological processes that occur during the first hour following a myocardial infarction (MI). It will identify the general principles and the physiological processes that occur in response to a MI, outlining the consequences of cellular hypoxia to the heart. The implications for clinical practice and how they link to the physiological processes are detailed. Understanding the physiological principles involved in a MI is important for identification and to ensure patient management is initiated. This, together with prompt diagnosis and interventions, will assist in reducing mortality within the first hour following a MI.
authors: University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, UK.
authors: Sharon L
authors: SL
authors: Edwards
mesh_terms: D004562:Electrocardiography; D006339:Heart Rate; D006706:Homeostasis; D006801:Humans; D007249:Inflammation; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000451:nursing* / Q000503:physiopathology* / Q000628:therapy; D012084:Renin-Angiotensin System / Q000502:physiology; D013564:Sympathetic Nervous System / Q000503:physiopathology; D015912:Thrombolytic Therapy