Keywords
acute coronary syndrome
coronary angioplasty
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Abstract
Background. Progress made in medicine in recent years has expanded significantly methods of diagnosis and treatment of patients with myocardial infarction. Objectives. Coronary angioplasty has helped to the improvement of treatment results and reduction in deaths of patients with muscle infarction. The main purpose of this publication is presentation of definition of PTCA, percutaneous method and the role of the nurse in the care of the patient. Material and methods. The publication is based on the professional medical literature in the field of cardiology and nursing practice. Results. The thesis is the abstract of nursing knowledge in the care of the patient after PTCA. Conclusions. Modern nursing is based on holistic care of the patient which is a challenge for those working in the nursing profession. Nowadays the nurse takes an active part in the process of hospitalization. Knowledge, engagement, experience and participation in the diagnosis improves quality of life of patient after myocardial infarctionReferences
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