Acute Coronary Syndrome

Acute Coronary Syndrome: Recognition and the Acute Pathway

Build confidence in recognising acute coronary syndrome and chest pain presentations in primary care, and in knowing what to do next. I’ll guide you through the presenting features of ACS, including the atypical presentations that are easy to miss, and the time-critical decisions that shape the acute coronary pathway from first suspicion to handover.

This practical, case-based course keeps the focus on clear decision-making under time pressure, building on the clinical knowledge you already bring to your practice.

Key learning points

• Recognise the presenting features of ACS, including atypical presentations

• Understand ECG changes and the limits of a normal initial ECG

• Distinguish ACS from look-alike presentations

• Understand the acute coronary pathway and time-critical referral

• Prioritise the first actions, including antiplatelet and analgesia considerations within scope

• Communicate effectively during escalation and handover

Interactive and grounded in realistic scenarios, this course helps clinicians answer the critical question: “Could this be ACS, and what do we do now?”