Acute Coronary Syndrome: Urgent and Follow-up Care

is a must-read for all those involved in the care of ACS, including EMS, nurses, advanced practice providers as well as physicians. This book not only reviews the causes of ACS, but also provides evidence-based acute and follow-up treatment recommendations that incorporate the perspectives of all those involved in the care of these patients.

Epidemiology, pathophysiology, and outcomes of acute coronary syndromes

The role of EMS in the triage of the ACS patient

Evaluation and treatment of the ACS patient in the emergency department

Pharmacologic management of the ACS patient

Follow-up care of the ACS patient

The role of the team in carrying out successful guideline-driven care