The current Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) guidelines
Background: The current acute coronary syndromes (ACS) guidelines state ” Supplemental oxygen should be initiated only if the patient has breathlessness, hypoxemia (SpO2<94%), or signs of heart
failure and shock.” (Level IV evidence ANZCOR Guideline 14.2, 2016)
Question: Please respond to the following question referring to the rbric when formulating your
response
Discuss the published evidence in regard to oxygen therapy of the compromised myocardium (as in
ACS). Would you change or maintain the oxygen administration therapy reported in both Mr Hertz
and Mika’s management? Explain