A newborn appears cyanotic shortly after birth. The provider…
A newborn appears cyanotic shortly after birth. The provider suspects transposition of the great arteries (TGA), a condition in which systemic and pulmonary circulations run in parallel rather than connected. Which anatomic defect is responsible for this cyanosis?
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During acute coronary syndrome (ACS), interruption of coronary blood flow forces myocardial cells to shift from aerobic to anaerobic metabolism. Without timely reperfusion, irreversible myocardial cell death may result. To minimize necrosis and preserve viable myocardium, what is the recommended goal timeframe for achieving reperfusion therapy?
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