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Heart Attack Unstable angina is part of a condition called acute coronary syndrome. Acute Coronary Syndrome. Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) is a severe and sudden heart condition that, although needing aggressive treatment, has not developed into a full blown heart attack. Acute coronary syndrome includes: Unstable Angina.
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- Because the ST segment on the ECG does not become elevated in this condition, it is called a non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction, or NSTEMI. When the blood clot that forms during ACS completely blocks the artery, all the heart muscle supplied by the artery begins to die. This, the most severe consequence of an ACS, is called a STEMI. In many cases, a STEMI is preceded (by hours, days or weeks) by unstable angina and/or an NSTEMI.
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- 5] There are two main types of heart attack: non-ST-segment elevation, or NSTEMI, and ST-segment elevation, or STEMI. On the basis of evidence of heart muscle damage and changes in the ST-tracing of the ECG, ACS is classified into three categories: STEMI, NSTEMI, and UA.
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American Cancer Society American Cancer Society. The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer. Established in 1913, the society is organized into eleven geographical divisions of both medical and lay volunteers operating in more than 900 offices throughout the United States. Its home office is located in the American Cancer Society Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition caused by compression of nerves or blood vessels in the thoracic outlet, the area between the base of the neck and the armpit, including the front of the shoulders and chest. There are three types of TOS: 1  Vascular. 2  This can be a compression of the artery and vein.
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- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is an advanced, instructor-led classroom course that highlights the importance of team dynamics and communication, systems of care and immediate post-cardiac-arrest care. It also covers airway management and related pharmacology.
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Anterior cerebral artery The anterior cerebral artery (ACA) is one of a pair of arteries on the brain that supplies oxygenated blood to most midline portions of the frontal lobes and superior medial parietal lobes. The two anterior cerebral arteries arise from the internal carotid artery and are part of the circle of Willis. The left and right anterior cerebral arteries are connected by the anterior communicating artery. Anterior cerebral artery syndrome refers to symptoms that follow a stroke occurring in the area normally supplied by one of the arteries.
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Premature atrial contraction Premature atrial contractions (PACs), also known as atrial premature complexes (APC) or atrial premature beats (APB), are a common cardiac dysrhythmia characterized by premature heartbeats originating in the atria.
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Part 10: Acute Coronary Syndromes An overview of recommended care for the ACS patient is illustrated in Figure 1, the Acute Coronary Syndromes Algorithm. Part 10 provides details of the care highlighted in the numbered algorithm boxes; box numbers in the text correspond to the numbered boxes in the algorithm.
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Left coronary artery Left coronary artery. The left coronary artery (abbreviated LCA) is an artery that arises from the aorta above the left cusp of the aortic valve and feeds blood to the left side of the heart. It is also known as the left main coronary artery (abbreviated LMCA) and the left main stem coronary artery (abbreviated LMS). It is one of the coronary arteries
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- Pronounced TRUNG-kus ahr-teer-e-O-sus. Truncus arteriosus, also known as common truncus, is a rare defect of the heart in which a single common blood vessel comes out of the heart, instead of the usual two vessels (the main pulmonary artery and aorta).runcus arteriosus is a critical congenital heart defect (CCHD) that also can be detected with newborn pulse oximetry screening. Pulse oximetry is a simple bedside test to determine the amount of oxygen in a baby’s blood.
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- Acute coronary syndrome. Overview. Acute coronary syndrome is a term used to describe a range of conditions associated with sudden, reduced blood flow to the heart. One condition under the umbrella of acute coronary syndrome is myocardial infarction (heart attack) — when cell death results in damaged or destroyed heart tissue. Even when acute coronary syndrome causes no cell death, the reduced blood flow alters heart function and indicates a high risk of heart attack.
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- Description. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease and is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. CAD is caused by the narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries, usually caused by atherosclerosis or plaque build-up.Treating coronary artery disease is important to reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke.oronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease and is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women.
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Sudden Cardiac Death (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) What are sudden cardiac arrest and sudden cardiac death? Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a sudden, unexpected death caused by loss of heart function (sudden cardiac arrest). Sudden cardiac death is the largest cause of natural death in the United States, causing about 325,000 adult deaths in the United States each year. Sudden cardiac death is responsible for half of all heart disease deaths.
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ACLS and Epinephrine ACLS and Epinephrine. Epinephrine is the primary drug used in the cardiac arrest algorithm. It is used for its potent vasoconstrictive effects and also for its ability to increase cardiac output. Epinephrine is considered a vasopressor. Indications for ACLS.
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- Cardiac biomarker tests are ordered to help detect the presence of ACS and cardiac ischemia and to evaluate their severity. Increases in one or more cardiac biomarkers in the blood can identify people with ACS or cardiac ischemia, allowing rapid and accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment of their condition.
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Coarctation of the Aorta Coarctation of the aorta is a type of congenital heart disease where there is a narrowing in part of the aorta, the main artery that leaves the left side of the heart.
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Acute Coronary Syndrome - Topic Overview What is acute coronary syndrome? Acute coronary syndrome happens when the heart is not getting enough blood. It is an emergency. It includes unstable angina and heart attack. The coronary arteries supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. If these arteries are narrowed or blocked, the heart does not get enough oxygen.
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Aortic stenosis Aortic stenosis (AS) is the narrowing of the exit of the left ventricle of the heart such that problems result. It may occur at the aortic valve as well as above and below this level. It typically gets worse over time.Symptoms often come on gradually with a decreased ability to exercise often occurring first.ymptoms related to aortic stenosis depend on the degree of stenosis. Most people with mild to moderate aortic stenosis do not have symptoms. Symptoms usually present in individuals with severe aortic stenosis, though they may occur in those with mild to moderate aortic stenosis as well.
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS) What is thoracic outlet syndrome? Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a condition whereby symptoms are produced (such as numbness in fingers, pain in shoulder, arm, and neck) due to compression of nerves and/or blood vessels in the upper chest. The passageway for these nerves and blood vessels to exit the chest and supply the upper extremities is referred to as the thoracic outlet.
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- The Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider Course is for health care practitioners who have not taken ACLS within the last two years. The ACLS Renewal Course is for those who have successfully completed an ACLS course within the last two years.
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Sudden Cardiac Death (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a sudden, unexpected death caused by loss of heart function (sudden cardiac arrest). Sudden cardiac death is the largest cause of natural death in the United States, causing about 325,000 adult deaths in the United States each year.Sudden cardiac death is responsible for half of all heart disease deaths.Sudden cardiac death occurs most frequently in adults in their mid-30s to mid-40s, and affects men twice as often as it does women. This condition is rare in children, affecting only 1 to 2 per 100,000 children each year.udden cardiac death (SCD) is a sudden, unexpected death caused by loss of heart function (sudden cardiac arrest). Sudden cardiac death is the largest cause of natural death in the United States, causing about 325,000 adult deaths in the United States each year.
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- When the blood clot that forms during ACS completely blocks the artery, all the heart muscle supplied by the artery begins to die. This, the most severe consequence of an ACS, is called a STEMI. In many cases, a STEMI is preceded (by hours, days or weeks) by unstable angina and/or an NSTEMI. With any type of ACS, the death of heart muscle either occurs acutely or is likely to occur in the very near future.
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- Improvements in the management of patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and the routine use of antiplatelet therapy have resulted in considerable reductions in recurrence rates and mortality.
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ACLS Online Course Q: What is HeartCode ACLS? A: HeartCode ACLS is the AHA’s blended learning delivery method for the ACLS Course. Blended learning is a combination of eLearning, in which a student completes part of the course in a self-directed manner, followed by a hands-on session.
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Heart Disease (Cardiovascular Disease, CVD) Angina-or angina pectoris (Latin for squeezing of the chest) - is chest pain, discomfort, or tightness that occurs when an area of the heart muscle is receiving decreased blood oxygen supply. It is not a disease itself, but rather a symptom of coronary artery disease, the most common type of heart disease.ngina is most frequently the result of underlying coronary artery disease. The coronary arteries supply the heart with oxygen rich blood. When cholesterol aggregates on the artery wall and hard plaques form, the artery narrows.