Journal of emergency nursing : JEN : official publication of the Emergency Department Nurses Association
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Acute coronary syndromes (ACS) are the leading cause of death in older adults, aged 65 years or older. The clinical presentation varies, and the absence of chest pain may occur. Our purpose was to synthesize the published literature (2000-2012) to (1) examine the initial ED presentation of older adults with confirmed ACS, (2) identify knowledge gaps, (3) determine whether gender differences exist in the presentation of ACS, and (4) describe recommendations for practice and research. ⋯ Older adults with ACS are at risk for higher mortality rates and delays in time to treatment modalities. Early recognition of symptoms suggestive of ACS by the emergency triage nurse can improve patient outcomes.
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