Coronary artery disease in the elderly
- 1 August 1990
- journal article
- other
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
- Vol. 4 (4) , 23-34
- https://doi.org/10.1097/00005082-199008000-00005
Abstract
Elderly patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) present special opportunities and challenges for nurses. The astute nurse is aware of changes in the aging cardiovascular system and possible alterations in the presenting signs and symptoms of CAD. Risk factor reduction may need to be approached more selectively in the elderly. Older patients who are treated surgically may experience more complications. Implications for nursing care are reviewed.Keywords
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