Coronary Artery Disease - CAD

Course overview

This course explain the pathophysiology of CAD and ACS, including the role of plaque formation and rupture. It discuss key aspects of screening for atherosclerotic plaque and CAD and discuss the incidence and impact of coronary artery disease. This course also list key elements to include in chest pain assessment for a patient with possible CAD. It outline the role of 12-lead ECG and cardiac biomarkers in the diagnosis and risk stratification of ACS. This course describe the anatomy and normal blood circulation of the heart, it Identify key elements that should be included in the history and physical examination of patients with suspected CAD including the role of stress tests. This course review key recommendations for the medical and nursing management of patients with UA/STEMI, including initial treatment, early inpatient care, and recommended pharmacotherapy. It discuss nonpreventable and preventable risk factors. It describe evidence-based prevention measures. It Identify the signs, symptoms, and clinical test outcome criteria used to screen and diagnose coronary artery disease. and State the principles underlying the acute management of the disease. It explain the components of a comprehensive plan of care and monitoring for patients. and it also discuss the complications, comorbidities, and other diseases associated with CAD.