What is the nurse's first priority intervention after stabilising the airway and breathing in the acute phase of MI?
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Correct answer: Give sublingual nitroglycerin and aspirin unless contraindicated
Early administration of aspirin and nitroglycerin (if not contraindicated) helps reduce mortality and relieve ischaemia in ACS.
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