Comparison of High-Sensitivity Troponin T Assay to Conventional Troponin T Assay for Rule Out of Acute Coronary Syndrome in the Emergency Department.

Approximately 5% of all emergency department (ED) visits require evaluation of chest pain and atypical symptoms for diagnosis or exclusion of myocardial infarction or acute coronary syndrome (ACS) (P. ). Health care providers rely on effective tests and assessment protocols for definitive diagnosis of ACS.

Application of Ferrans and Powers Quality of Life Model to Improve Diabetes Health Outcomes: A Pilot Study.

The purpose of this pilot study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Ferrans and Powers Quality of Life Model as a guide to improve diabetes health outcomes. The success of the holistic and patient-centered diabetes pilot program indicates that nontraditional approaches to managing diabetes are effective.

A community-based walking program to promote physical activity among African American women.

The death rate from cardiovascular disease (CVD) is substantially higher among African American women than for white women. Physical activity has been linked to decreased risk factors and deaths related to CVD. Despite the health benefits of physical activity, reports show most African American women have low levels of physical activity.