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See how drugs work for your patients with an MI during immediate and continuing treatment. Learn about the drugs' therapeutic effects, life-threatening adverse reactions, and interactions. See exactly how to tailor your nursing care before, during, and after drug therapy.In just 30 minutes, you'll learn:„h how nitroglycerin relieves chest pain by relaxing vascular smooth muscles, which dilates coronary arteries„h how thrombolytic drugs, such as alteplase, lyse an occluding thrombus, restore myocardial blood flow, and prevent necrosis of the injured myocardium„h how heparin blocks the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin and prothrombin to thrombin, thus preventing new thrombi from forming„h why beta blockers are used to limit the size of an MI„h how ACE inhibitors minimize left ventricular dilation by reducing afterload and blood pressure„h why HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, such as lovastatin, are used to reduce the risk of a second MI in patients with hyperlipidemia ... Read more

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1.2 million myocardial infarctions occurred last year in the U.S., and 480,000 patients died following complications of infarction. Now, you can detect and treat the many complications associated with myocardial infarction in time to save many more patients. This title in the brand-new Clinical Diagnostic Imaging Atlas Series offers you authoritative guidance from a well-known cardiologist and imaging expert about when and how to perform the latest diagnostic imaging tests, interpret the results, and effectively treat the emergency. Detailed discussions of hot topics, full-color illustrations, and a DVD of procedural video clips, animations, and downloadable image libraries help you provide fast, appropriate treatment for each challenging case you face.

• Offers detailed advice on when and how to screen for the most prevalent but often difficult-to-diagnose complications of myocardial infarction to help you improve care and increase survival rates.
  
• Discusses the hottest topics in myocardial infarction, including cardiogenic shock . left ventricle remodeling . thrombi . right ventricle infarction . free wall rupture . false aneurysms . tamponade . ventricular septal rupture . papillary muscle rupture . and more that prepare you to better diagnose and manage whatever you see.
  
• Presents 70 fully illustrated case presentations with teaching points that make information easy to understand and digest.
  
• Addresses the advantages and limitations of chest radiology, transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, cardiac CT, MR, angiography, and nuclear cardiology techniques so you can quickly determine the best imaging approach.
  
• Includes supporting evidence and current AHA/ACC guidelines for more accurate interpretations of your imaging findings.
  
• Uses a consistent, easy-to-follow chapter format that includes topic overview, an outline of imaging/diagnostic options, and case-based examples to make reference easy.
  
• Provides more than 400 full-color illustrations for expert visual guidance.
  
• Includes a bonus DVD containing hundreds of video clips of techniques and animations that show you what to look for and how to proceed as well as downloadable image libraries for use in electronic presentations.

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This volume, written by the leaders in the field, will providea practical and comprehensive overview of the electrocardiogram (ECG).The ECG remains the most accessible and inexpensive diagnostic tool toevaluate the patient presenting with symptoms suggestive of acutemyocardial ischemia. The ECG in Acute Myocardial Infarction and Unstable Angina,written by Drs. Hein Wellens, Anton Gorgels and Pieter Doevendans, isan excellent reference for any cardiac electrophysiologist,cardiologist, internist or emergency room physician. ... Read more

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excellent
this is a must to have book.
Unfortunatelly this book is from 2002.
Today (2007) I'll recomend to buy other book from Prof Wellens (ECG in emergency decision making). Which is more up to date, with some litlle clues you will not have in this book. EG: RBBB in proximal LAD infarction.
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In this new edition of the Atlas of Acute Myocardial Infarction, Dr. Robert. M. Califf and over 20 leading authorities, have worked together to capture the most updated and pertinent information in the field and bring to the reader a modern and complete visual library.Plus, this new edition is a vital source of up-to-date information on the most current pharmacologic and treatment advances in the field.

With over 600 vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, instructive diagrams, and charts this new reference provides a detailed and accurate insight into a wide variety of visual signs and manifestations covering a full range of topics.Together with detailed legends and extensive reference listings, the illustrations deliver comprehensive guidance to effective diagnosis and treatment of a wide breadth of clinical challenges. ... Read more

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Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the Western World.The knowledge base about acute myocardial infarction continues to accrue rapidly with information about pathophysiology, epidemiology, reperfusion therapy, as well as adjunctive treatment strategies.There are however areas where substantial more investigation is required.These include among others 1) patient education strategies for earlier recognition of symptoms which would facilitate earlier and more effective therapy, 2) means to maximize myocardial flow rather than just epicardial flow very early on, 3)an approach to improve myocardial salvage with either adjunctive approaches which are pharmacologic or mechanical, 4) secondary prevention after the initial event including the need for testing and treatment with multiple antiplatelet strategies, 5) ways to define and delivery optimal care with patients with acute myocardial infarction, and 6) new approaches to myocardial cell regeneration therapy.Approaches to these issues will define the future of the treatment of acute myocardial infarction.In this issue of the Medical Clinics of North America, Guest Edited by luminaries David Holmes and Mandeep Singh, we explore these areas and define what works, what has not worked, and what may work in the future. ... Read more

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Mayo Foundation, Rochester, MN.Comprehensive, detailed overview of acute myocardial infarction, for cardiologists. Halftone illustrations, some color. 53 contributors, 47 U.S. DNLM: Myocardial Infarction - diagnosis. ... Read more

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Bernard left no stone unturned
This is by far the best-written book on this subject I have ever laid eyes on--If anyone can top this, it will be Dr. Gersh in his next book, but I do suspect that work this fine tuned will take many years to out do. ... Read more

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This book reflects the need of EMTs, paramedics, emergency and flight nurses to utilize more sophisticated equipment to assess myocardial infarction, and reduce the damage it does to the heart. This is the first book to focus exclusively on 12-lead interpretation for the prehospital professional. Contents also include the effects of infarction location and coronary occlusion. ... Read more

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By far the best Pre-Hospital ECG book.
I have always been fascinated by ECG's.I have looked at and/or read nearly every ECG interpretation book out there.As a paramedic by far the best and most pertinent book for prehospital interpretation is Phalen.I hate reading paramedicine books that are still teaching you how to take a pulse and blood pressure.NO @$#%!!!Like another reviewer states, Phalen deals with AMI's, their mimmickers, and nothing else.No basics.If you can't read a 3 lead.Don't buy this book.Once you can this is the one to take you through the next step to be proficient at diagnosing an AMI on a 12 lead.

Clear, concise, and VERY easy to understand.Excellent Book
As a paramedic, it has become essential to understand 12-lead ECG analysis and this book tops my list of recommendations for those needing to understand how to interpret 12-leads.Phalen does an excellent job of presenting just the material necessary to deteminine if and where infarction may be occurring.I highly recommend this book for all emergency cardiac care providers.This book would be especially helpful to those starting to use 12 lead ECG's in the pre-hospital setting.

Great
Tim Phalen has written a excellent book for the paramedic or flight nurse.Of the dozen ECG textbooks on the market, this book is the first I recommend. The book assumes a basic knowledge of ECG rhythm interpretation, and then presents the essentials of 12 lead ECG interpretation in light of the AMI. Tim uses a straight forward approach that explains the concepts without patronizing the reader.

J. Nile Barnes
Assistant Professor EMS Programs
Austin Community Colleg ... Read more

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Reperfusion Therapy for Acute Myocardial Infarction provides a comprehensive review of reperfusion therapy for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Professor Eric R. Bates and his international team of contributors will examine current and future reperfusion therapies for STEMI, in conjunction with the latest clinical trials and guidelines, to bring you the most in-depth and thorough review of management strategies for these patients. This source addresses key developments that will reduce logistical barriers, improve times-to-treatment, and ensure that appropriate medications are administered in patient care.

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Pocket-sized guide to risk factors, pathophysiology, prevention, physical examination, diagnostic tests, drug therapy, complications, recovery, patient education, and more. Includes key concepts, quizzes, memory joggers, and color illustrations of pathophysiology. Two-tone format. For nurses. Trim size: 5.5 x 4.5 inches. Softcover. DNLM: Myocardial Infarction Handbooks. ... Read more

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TOO SMALL
I have purchased these books in the past and found them to be very helpful. For some reason the book I received was pocket size and with the information it included, the print and pictures are just too small to be worth anything. Very difficult to read. Waste of money.

Myocardial Infarction
This little book tell all the important information that needs to be known.It is a great item for reviewing MI's.Has helped me with my grades. ... Read more

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The Second Edition of Primary Angioplasty provides an update on the rationale, techniques, and effectiveness of direct percutaneous mechanical revascularization for acute myocardial infarction. Through the use of "real world" methods, clinical perspectives, and mechanical support, this comprehensive resource guides interventional cardiologists and trainees through the angioplasty process safely and effectively.

Innovative and clearly presented, this text:

• includes coverage of the special needs of diabetic, elderly, and female patients
• explores stenting, thrombectomy, atherectomy, and other techniques
• discusses venous and arterial grafts, multivessel intervention, and aneurysmatic arteries

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This guide to the proper use of the ECG in diagnosing acute myocardial infarction puts the combined experience of international authorities at your fingertips for immediate use. In The 12 Lead ECG in ST Elevation MI: A Practical Approach for Clinicians, Drs. Bayés de Luna, Fiol-Sala and Antman supply the practical, specific information you need to determine which patients with ACS are showing ST elevation.

To facilitate correct diagnosis and guide management, the authors use a consistent sequence to explain the ECG abnormalities for each site of coronary occlusion. A schematic of the coronary tree illustrates the point of occlusion.

The second part of the book contains a self-assessment section with a series of 15 cases, each of which includes one or more 12-lead ECGs for analysis. These valuable examples help you prepare for on-the-spot interpretation in the emergency department or intensive care unit. ... Read more

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Numerous new and important findings relating to the reconstruction of disturbed circulatory conditions in the coronary area are reported in this book. Fundamental aspects of therapeutic and prophylactic possibilities are covered in detail. Recommendations are then made to practitioners and clinicians for their everyday work. Critical standards for the indications and risks of the recommended procedures are given. Particular emphasis is laid on the possibilities for revascularization by means of dissolution of blood thrombi. The book aims to present top-level guidance to the pros and cons of reconstructive measures in coronary disorders. ... Read more