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What can decrease the specificity of a stress test?
What can decrease the specificity of a stress test?
- High pretest probability of CAD
- Underlying electrocardiographic abnormalities (correct)
- Low cardiac output states
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Which condition may result in a false-positive stress test outcome?
Which condition may result in a false-positive stress test outcome?
- Mitral valve prolapse
- Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
- Aortic stenosis (correct)
- Anemia
Who may have a higher rate of false-positive stress test results?
Who may have a higher rate of false-positive stress test results?
- Women (correct)
- Individuals with LVH
- Patients with anemia
- Men with hypertension
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What diagnostic methods appear to be effective for detecting symptomatic CAD in low-to moderate-risk patients according to the text?
What diagnostic methods appear to be effective for detecting symptomatic CAD in low-to moderate-risk patients according to the text?
Which condition may lead to a false-positive stress test outcome?
Which condition may lead to a false-positive stress test outcome?
What can decrease the specificity of a stress test?
What can decrease the specificity of a stress test?
Who may have a higher rate of false-positive stress test results?
Who may have a higher rate of false-positive stress test results?
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What diagnostic methods appear to be effective for detecting symptomatic CAD in low-to moderate-risk patients according to the text?
What diagnostic methods appear to be effective for detecting symptomatic CAD in low-to moderate-risk patients according to the text?
What is the positive predictive accuracy of regional systolic wall motion abnormalities in a patient without known CAD as an indicator of AMI or infarction?
What is the positive predictive accuracy of regional systolic wall motion abnormalities in a patient without known CAD as an indicator of AMI or infarction?
What does paradoxical wall motion and decreased ejection fraction observed during systole after AMI indicate?
What does paradoxical wall motion and decreased ejection fraction observed during systole after AMI indicate?
What does resting echocardiography provide an assessment of in patients with ACS?
What does resting echocardiography provide an assessment of in patients with ACS?
What is the significance of the absence of segmental abnormalities in echocardiography for cases of suspected MI?
What is the significance of the absence of segmental abnormalities in echocardiography for cases of suspected MI?
What is stress echocardiography superior to for CAD detection in women?
What is stress echocardiography superior to for CAD detection in women?
What technique uses microbubble ultrasonic contrast agents to assess microvascular perfusion and regional function with echocardiography?
What technique uses microbubble ultrasonic contrast agents to assess microvascular perfusion and regional function with echocardiography?
What is a potential limitation for the use of two-dimensional echocardiography in the ED?
What is a potential limitation for the use of two-dimensional echocardiography in the ED?
What can stress echocardiography detect early after an AMI?
What can stress echocardiography detect early after an AMI?
What is a vital tool to assess various complications of AMI?
What is a vital tool to assess various complications of AMI?
What can help evaluate other causes of clinical presentations mimicking ACS?
What can help evaluate other causes of clinical presentations mimicking ACS?
What restricts the use of echocardiography in the ED?
What restricts the use of echocardiography in the ED?
What kind of test has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What kind of test has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What is the positive predictive accuracy of regional systolic wall motion abnormalities in a patient without known CAD as an indicator of AMI or infarction?
What is the positive predictive accuracy of regional systolic wall motion abnormalities in a patient without known CAD as an indicator of AMI or infarction?
What does resting echocardiography provide an assessment of in patients with ACS?
What does resting echocardiography provide an assessment of in patients with ACS?
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
What is the negative predictive value of stress testing for the diagnosis of ACS or cardiac event within 30 days in low-risk ED patients?
What can be detected in up to 90% of patients with ACS when echocardiography is performed shortly after ED arrival, during an episode of chest pain?
What can be detected in up to 90% of patients with ACS when echocardiography is performed shortly after ED arrival, during an episode of chest pain?
What is a potential technical limitation for the use of echocardiography in the ED?
What is a potential technical limitation for the use of echocardiography in the ED?
What does stress echocardiography detect early after an AMI?
What does stress echocardiography detect early after an AMI?
What is the superior diagnostic method for CAD detection in women?
What is the superior diagnostic method for CAD detection in women?
What diagnostic method has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What diagnostic method has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What is the primary purpose of myocardial scintigraphy with radionuclide tracer injection and imaging?
What is the primary purpose of myocardial scintigraphy with radionuclide tracer injection and imaging?
What does the redistribution pattern in subsequent myocardial scintigraphy imaging indicate?
What does the redistribution pattern in subsequent myocardial scintigraphy imaging indicate?
In patients with a normal initial study, what is the likelihood of acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?
In patients with a normal initial study, what is the likelihood of acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?
What is the potential consequence of performing immediate myocardial scintigraphy in low to moderate-risk patients with atypical chest pain?
What is the potential consequence of performing immediate myocardial scintigraphy in low to moderate-risk patients with atypical chest pain?
What is the primary purpose of myocardial scintigraphy with radionuclide tracer injection and imaging?
What is the primary purpose of myocardial scintigraphy with radionuclide tracer injection and imaging?
What does the redistribution pattern in subsequent myocardial scintigraphy imaging indicate?
What does the redistribution pattern in subsequent myocardial scintigraphy imaging indicate?
In patients with a normal initial study, what is the likelihood of acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?
In patients with a normal initial study, what is the likelihood of acute coronary syndrome (ACS)?
What diagnostic method has promising positive and negative predictive values for cardiac events, with high sensitivity and good specificity for CAD?
What diagnostic method has promising positive and negative predictive values for cardiac events, with high sensitivity and good specificity for CAD?
What is the primary purpose of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA)?
What is the primary purpose of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA)?
What does Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) accurately detect in symptomatic stable patients with low to intermediate pretest probability of CAD?
What does Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) accurately detect in symptomatic stable patients with low to intermediate pretest probability of CAD?
What is one predictive capability of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in addition to detecting significant coronary obstructive lesions?
What is one predictive capability of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in addition to detecting significant coronary obstructive lesions?
In which type of patients may Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) be an appropriate imaging study?
In which type of patients may Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) be an appropriate imaging study?
What is the primary purpose of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA)?
What is the primary purpose of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA)?
What can be detected by Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in symptomatic stable patients with low to intermediate pretest probability of CAD?
What can be detected by Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in symptomatic stable patients with low to intermediate pretest probability of CAD?
What is a potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What is a potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What is one predictive capability of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in addition to detecting significant coronary obstructive lesions?
What is one predictive capability of Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA) in addition to detecting significant coronary obstructive lesions?
Which risk stratification tool is designed for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department?
Which risk stratification tool is designed for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department?
What clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
What clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
Which of the following is NOT a descriptor used in calculating the EDACS score?
Which of the following is NOT a descriptor used in calculating the EDACS score?
What is the primary purpose of the GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score?
What is the primary purpose of the GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Score?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Score?
What scoring range indicates high-risk patients according to the HEART Score?
What scoring range indicates high-risk patients according to the HEART Score?
What does the HEART Pathway combine with the HEART Score to improve diagnostic accuracy?
What does the HEART Pathway combine with the HEART Score to improve diagnostic accuracy?
What is the MACE rate for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks for low-risk patients according to the HEART Score?
What is the MACE rate for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks for low-risk patients according to the HEART Score?
What is a key consideration for using the HEART Score outside of the ED population?
What is a key consideration for using the HEART Score outside of the ED population?
What does the HEART Pathway offer compared to the HEART Score alone?
What does the HEART Pathway offer compared to the HEART Score alone?
What does intermediate-risk patients' (scored 4 to 6) MACE rate suggest according to the text?
What does intermediate-risk patients' (scored 4 to 6) MACE rate suggest according to the text?
What is required for improving diagnostic accuracy according to the text?
What is required for improving diagnostic accuracy according to the text?
What is noted as a valuable aspect of the HEART Score according to the text?
What is noted as a valuable aspect of the HEART Score according to the text?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
What are clinical decision making still guided by, according to the text?
What are clinical decision making still guided by, according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Department Assessment of Chest Pain Score (EDACS)?
What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Department Assessment of Chest Pain Score (EDACS)?
Which clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
Which clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
What is one feature used in the EDACS score calculation to indicate higher risk?
What is one feature used in the EDACS score calculation to indicate higher risk?
What distinguishes recent developments like EDACS and HEART Score from earlier risk stratification tools like GRACE and TIMI?
What distinguishes recent developments like EDACS and HEART Score from earlier risk stratification tools like GRACE and TIMI?
Which statement about the HEART Score is accurate?
Which statement about the HEART Score is accurate?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Pathway?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Pathway?
What does the MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17% for intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) suggest?
What does the MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17% for intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) suggest?
What is the significance of the absence of new ischemic changes in an ECG according to the EDACS-ADP model?
What is the significance of the absence of new ischemic changes in an ECG according to the EDACS-ADP model?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
50% to 65% MACE rate for high-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) suggests:
50% to 65% MACE rate for high-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) suggests:
What does the HEART Score offer in terms of decision making in the ED?
What does the HEART Score offer in terms of decision making in the ED?
Which statement accurately describes the validation and usage scope of the HEART Score?
Which statement accurately describes the validation and usage scope of the HEART Score?
What does the HEART Pathway offer compared to the HEART Score alone?
What does the HEART Pathway offer compared to the HEART Score alone?
GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score were designed to identify patients who may safely be discharged from the ED
GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score were designed to identify patients who may safely be discharged from the ED
EDACS is a clinical aid for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department
EDACS is a clinical aid for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department
EDACS-ADP includes serum troponin testing and ECG results in the patient evaluation
EDACS-ADP includes serum troponin testing and ECG results in the patient evaluation
Presence of diaphoresis is a higher risk descriptor used in calculating the EDACS score
Presence of diaphoresis is a higher risk descriptor used in calculating the EDACS score
EDACS-ADP uses three negative serum troponin values at 0, 2, and 4 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
EDACS-ADP uses three negative serum troponin values at 0, 2, and 4 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
HEART Score is a tool developed in the United States for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
HEART Score is a tool developed in the United States for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
The scoring range for low-risk patients according to the HEART Score is 3 to 5.
The scoring range for low-risk patients according to the HEART Score is 3 to 5.
High-risk patients according to the HEART Score have a MACE rate of approximately 30% to 40%.
High-risk patients according to the HEART Score have a MACE rate of approximately 30% to 40%.
The HEART Score alone is more valuable for decision making in the ED compared to the HEART Pathway.
The HEART Score alone is more valuable for decision making in the ED compared to the HEART Pathway.
The HEART Pathway offers a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
The HEART Pathway offers a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
Application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED has no impact on resource utilization.
Application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED has no impact on resource utilization.
Clinical decision making in the ED is solely guided by the patient’s condition and physician assessment, and local resource availability has no influence.
Clinical decision making in the ED is solely guided by the patient’s condition and physician assessment, and local resource availability has no influence.
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population without any limitations.
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population without any limitations.
To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
The HEART Pathway is noted to have a lower sensitivity and lesser negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
The HEART Pathway is noted to have a lower sensitivity and lesser negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
The HEART Score has a scoring range from 0 to 10 for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
The HEART Score has a scoring range from 0 to 10 for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score were designed to identify patients who may safely be discharged from the ED.
GRACE risk model and TIMI risk score were designed to identify patients who may safely be discharged from the ED.
EDACS is a clinical aid for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department.
EDACS is a clinical aid for identifying low-risk individuals with a low short-term MACE rate eligible for discharge from the emergency department.
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population without any limitations.
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population without any limitations.
EDACS-ADP uses three negative serum troponin values at 0, 2, and 4 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
EDACS-ADP uses three negative serum troponin values at 0, 2, and 4 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
HEART Score ranges from 0 to 10 for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED
HEART Score ranges from 0 to 10 for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED
The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation
The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation
EDACS-ADP uses two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation
EDACS-ADP uses two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation
HEART Score identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes
HEART Score identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes
Intermediate-risk patients, according to the HEART Score, have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%
Intermediate-risk patients, according to the HEART Score, have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%
HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours to improve diagnostic accuracy
HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours to improve diagnostic accuracy
HEART Pathway has a lower sensitivity and negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone
HEART Pathway has a lower sensitivity and negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone
The primary purpose of the Emergency Department Assessment of Chest Pain Score (EDACS) is to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation
The primary purpose of the Emergency Department Assessment of Chest Pain Score (EDACS) is to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population
The HEART Score has been validated in various studies and can be used outside of the ED population
Application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED has no impact on resource utilization
Application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED has no impact on resource utilization
HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED
HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED
The HEART Pathway offers a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone
The HEART Pathway offers a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone
What is the approximate range of expedited ED evaluations without hospital admissions compared to usual inpatient costs?
What is the approximate range of expedited ED evaluations without hospital admissions compared to usual inpatient costs?
What is the typical range of time for the final evaluation phase based on the chosen serum marker determination strategy?
What is the typical range of time for the final evaluation phase based on the chosen serum marker determination strategy?
What percentage of patients with chest pain can be safely evaluated in the ED or observation unit with ultimate discharge to home?
What percentage of patients with chest pain can be safely evaluated in the ED or observation unit with ultimate discharge to home?
What is the primary diagnostic consideration during the first phase of ED evaluation for a patient with suspected ACS?
What is the primary diagnostic consideration during the first phase of ED evaluation for a patient with suspected ACS?
What occurs during the second phase of ED evaluation if a patient does not present with STEMI or other significant ACS?
What occurs during the second phase of ED evaluation if a patient does not present with STEMI or other significant ACS?
What follows if a patient 'rules in' for NSTEMI or other significant ACS presentation during ED evaluation?
What follows if a patient 'rules in' for NSTEMI or other significant ACS presentation during ED evaluation?
What is the average duration of the first phase focused on STEMI recognition during ED evaluation?
What is the average duration of the first phase focused on STEMI recognition during ED evaluation?
What is the primary diagnostic consideration during the first phase of ED evaluation for a patient with suspected ACS?
What is the primary diagnostic consideration during the first phase of ED evaluation for a patient with suspected ACS?
What is the average duration of the first phase focused on STEMI recognition during ED evaluation?
What is the average duration of the first phase focused on STEMI recognition during ED evaluation?
What occurs during the second phase of ED evaluation if a patient does not present with STEMI or other significant ACS?
What occurs during the second phase of ED evaluation if a patient does not present with STEMI or other significant ACS?
During which phase of ED evaluation are alternative diagnoses established and risk assessment occurs?
During which phase of ED evaluation are alternative diagnoses established and risk assessment occurs?
What percentage of patients with chest pain can be safely evaluated in the ED or observation unit with ultimate discharge to home?
What percentage of patients with chest pain can be safely evaluated in the ED or observation unit with ultimate discharge to home?
What is the typical range of charges and actual costs for expedited ED evaluations without hospital admissions compared to the usual inpatient costs?
What is the typical range of charges and actual costs for expedited ED evaluations without hospital admissions compared to the usual inpatient costs?
What is the range of time for the final evaluation phase based on the chosen serum marker determination strategy?
What is the range of time for the final evaluation phase based on the chosen serum marker determination strategy?
What is a key factor influencing the appropriate pathway for patients with suspected obstructive CAD?
What is a key factor influencing the appropriate pathway for patients with suspected obstructive CAD?
Which disposition extends the ED or hospital stay by hours or longer?
Which disposition extends the ED or hospital stay by hours or longer?
What is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
What is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
Which tool is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
Which tool is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Score?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Score?
What is the significance of the absence of segmental abnormalities in echocardiography for cases of suspected MI?
What is the significance of the absence of segmental abnormalities in echocardiography for cases of suspected MI?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
When is it recommended to perform exercise testing according to current guidelines?
What does paradoxical wall motion and decreased ejection fraction observed during systole after AMI indicate?
What does paradoxical wall motion and decreased ejection fraction observed during systole after AMI indicate?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
What does application of decision tools like EDACS-ADP and HEART Score in the ED aim to improve?
What kind of test has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What kind of test has been suggested for patients with nondiagnostic ECGs, negative markers, and negative rest echocardiography after a period of observation?
What distinguishes recent developments like EDACS and HEART Score from earlier risk stratification tools like GRACE and TIMI?
What distinguishes recent developments like EDACS and HEART Score from earlier risk stratification tools like GRACE and TIMI?
What is required for improving diagnostic accuracy according to the text?
What is required for improving diagnostic accuracy according to the text?
Which disposition extends the ED or hospital stay by hours or longer?
Which disposition extends the ED or hospital stay by hours or longer?
What tool is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
What tool is used for patient risk stratification during the first and second phases of the evaluation?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What is one potential consequence of performing provocative testing in a low-risk population?
What clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
What clinical data are used in the EDACS-ADP risk calculation?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Pathway?
What is the primary purpose of the HEART Pathway?
What is the typical management approach for intermediate-risk patients in the hospital setting?
What is the typical management approach for intermediate-risk patients in the hospital setting?
What is the primary purpose of the observation unit strategy for chest pain–accelerated diagnostic protocol?
What is the primary purpose of the observation unit strategy for chest pain–accelerated diagnostic protocol?
What is the main purpose of employing further ACS evaluation with stress testing, echocardiography, or coronary CT angiography before disposition?
What is the main purpose of employing further ACS evaluation with stress testing, echocardiography, or coronary CT angiography before disposition?
What is the typical management approach for low-risk patients identified by qualitative and quantitative methods?
What is the typical management approach for low-risk patients identified by qualitative and quantitative methods?
What is the primary purpose of employing a chest pain–accelerated diagnostic protocol for intermediate-risk patients?
What is the primary purpose of employing a chest pain–accelerated diagnostic protocol for intermediate-risk patients?
What is the significance of identifying intermediate risk patients by physician gestalt, diagnostic study results, ED course, or clinical decision rules?
What is the significance of identifying intermediate risk patients by physician gestalt, diagnostic study results, ED course, or clinical decision rules?
What is one potential consequence of managing low-risk patients identified by qualitative and quantitative methods as inpatients?
What is one potential consequence of managing low-risk patients identified by qualitative and quantitative methods as inpatients?
Study Notes
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The text discusses two prediction models, EDACS-ADP and HEART Score, used in emergency departments (ED) to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
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EDACS-ADP identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes.
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HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
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It uses five variables: patient history of chest pain (H), 12-lead ECG (E), patient age (A), risk factor burden (R), and a single serum troponin determination (T).
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Scoring ranges from 0 to 10, with low-risk patients (a score of 3 or less) having a MACE rate of 1.7% for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks.
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Intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%, suggesting ED observation and additional risk stratification testing or cardiology consultation.
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High-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) have a MACE rate of approximately 50% to 65% and require consideration of coronary intervention and hospital admission.
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The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation, making it valuable for decision making in the ED.
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The HEART Score has been validated in various studies, but should not be used outside of the ED population and requires a clear understanding of the five variable components.
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To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
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The HEART Pathway is noted to have a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
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Application of these decision tools in the ED can improve resource utilization.
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Clinical decision making is still guided by the patient’s condition, local resource availability, and physician assessment.
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The text discusses two prediction models, EDACS-ADP and HEART Score, used in emergency departments (ED) to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
-
EDACS-ADP identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes.
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HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
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It uses five variables: patient history of chest pain (H), 12-lead ECG (E), patient age (A), risk factor burden (R), and a single serum troponin determination (T).
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Scoring ranges from 0 to 10, with low-risk patients (a score of 3 or less) having a MACE rate of 1.7% for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks.
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Intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%, suggesting ED observation and additional risk stratification testing or cardiology consultation.
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High-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) have a MACE rate of approximately 50% to 65% and require consideration of coronary intervention and hospital admission.
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The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation, making it valuable for decision making in the ED.
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The HEART Score has been validated in various studies, but should not be used outside of the ED population and requires a clear understanding of the five variable components.
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To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
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The HEART Pathway is noted to have a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
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Application of these decision tools in the ED can improve resource utilization.
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Clinical decision making is still guided by the patient’s condition, local resource availability, and physician assessment.
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The text discusses two prediction models, EDACS-ADP and HEART Score, used in emergency departments (ED) to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
-
EDACS-ADP identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes.
-
HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
-
It uses five variables: patient history of chest pain (H), 12-lead ECG (E), patient age (A), risk factor burden (R), and a single serum troponin determination (T).
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Scoring ranges from 0 to 10, with low-risk patients (a score of 3 or less) having a MACE rate of 1.7% for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks.
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Intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%, suggesting ED observation and additional risk stratification testing or cardiology consultation.
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High-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) have a MACE rate of approximately 50% to 65% and require consideration of coronary intervention and hospital admission.
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The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation, making it valuable for decision making in the ED.
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The HEART Score has been validated in various studies, but should not be used outside of the ED population and requires a clear understanding of the five variable components.
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To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
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The HEART Pathway is noted to have a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
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Application of these decision tools in the ED can improve resource utilization.
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Clinical decision making is still guided by the patient’s condition, local resource availability, and physician assessment.
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The text discusses two prediction models, EDACS-ADP and HEART Score, used in emergency departments (ED) to identify low-risk patients for safe discharge after a limited evaluation.
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EDACS-ADP identifies low-risk patients with two negative serum troponin values at 0 and 2 hours and an ECG without new ischemic changes.
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HEART Score is a tool developed in the Netherlands for rapid risk stratification of patients with chest pain suspected of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) in the ED.
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It uses five variables: patient history of chest pain (H), 12-lead ECG (E), patient age (A), risk factor burden (R), and a single serum troponin determination (T).
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Scoring ranges from 0 to 10, with low-risk patients (a score of 3 or less) having a MACE rate of 1.7% for short-term risk of myocardial infarction, need for PCI or CABG, and death within 6 weeks.
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Intermediate-risk patients (scored 4 to 6) have a MACE rate of approximately 12% to 17%, suggesting ED observation and additional risk stratification testing or cardiology consultation.
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High-risk patients (scores 7 to 10) have a MACE rate of approximately 50% to 65% and require consideration of coronary intervention and hospital admission.
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The HEART Score is easily calculated using information obtained from a standard ED evaluation, making it valuable for decision making in the ED.
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The HEART Score has been validated in various studies, but should not be used outside of the ED population and requires a clear understanding of the five variable components.
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To improve diagnostic accuracy, the HEART Pathway combines the HEART Score with an additional troponin obtained at 3 hours.
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The HEART Pathway is noted to have a higher sensitivity and greater negative predictive value for MACE compared to the HEART Score alone.
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Application of these decision tools in the ED can improve resource utilization.
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Clinical decision making is still guided by the patient’s condition, local resource availability, and physician assessment.
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Learn about the feasibility of exercise stress testing for ED patients and the appropriate use of provocative testing for those with resolved symptoms and low to moderate suspicion of ACS. Understand the current guidelines for undergoing provocative testing, myocardial perfusion imaging, or coronary CT angiography prior to discharge or within 72 hours of discharge.
