Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 14 hours ago

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Let’s talk myocardial infarctions (aka heart attacks) in a way that actually makes sense. In this video, Brad breaks down the patho, the “fatty beaver” analogy 🦫, EKG changes, labs, and treatment strategies—from nitro to PCI. Whether you’re prepping for the NCLEX or clinicals, you need to know this inside and out.

What You’ll Learn:
MI pathophysiology (plaque → blockage → death of tissue)
ST elevation vs ST depression
Signs & symptoms: chest pain, SOB, EKG changes
Labs: Troponins = gold standard
Meds: Aspirin, Heparin, Nitro, Morphine
Interventions: PCI, CABG, stents
Discharge teaching: smoking, exercise, lifelong meds


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