2nd June 2026

Mrs Eleanor Parker, a 78-year-old woman, presents with chest pain and an ECG showing ST elevation.

Mrs Eleanor Parker, a 78-year-old woman, presents with chest pain and an ECG showing ST elevation. She is eligible for fibrinolysis but cannot receive PCI within 120 minutes. What is the most important consideration in managing her STEMI given her age?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.