Nursing the Cardiac Patient

Nursing the Cardiac Patient is a practical guide that addresses the management of cardiac patients across the spectrum of health care settings. It assists nurses to develop a complete understanding of the current evidence-based practice and principles underlying the care and management of the cardiac patient. It combines theoretical and practical components of cardiac care in an accessible and user-friendly format, with case studies and practical examples throughout.

Topics covered in this volume include assessment of the cardiovascular system, diagnosing acute coronary syndrome, emergency cardiac care, cardiac rehabilitation and the management of chronic cardiac conditions.

Key features

• Aimed at students and newly qualified nurses
• Added value to Allied Health Professionals who have contact with the cardiac patient
• Explores care of cardiac patients across primary, secondary and tertiary care
• Includes step-by-step clinical guidance
• Evidence based