Last Modified: 10/15/2009 1:59:50 PM. Types of Emergencies Emergencies. COMMON MEDICAL EMERGENCIES Dr. Pritam Tayshetye Dr. Mana Rao MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION : MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION “Heart Attack” Impairment of heart function d/t inadequate blood flow to the heart compared to its needs, caused by obstructive changes in the coronary circulation Obstruction d/t 1)Thrombus 2)Plaque rupture 3)Vessel spasm We can not plan for every occurrence, however, there are conditions which may have occurred in the past toward which we can plan. Do not re-use a disposable mask and always change it as soon as it gets damp. SCOPE OF PRESENTATION