V.

Conclusion

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) occurs when an atherosclerotic plaque

ruptures, leading to thrombus formation within a coronary artery. Patients who
develop symptoms consistent with ACS, such as chest pain and diaphoresis,
require timely evaluation to determine the cause. When ACS is diagnosed,
further stratification into categories of ST-elevation myocardial infarction
(STEMI), non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI), and unstable angina
guides therapeutic decision-making. Following recovery from an episode of ACS,
patients continue to be at heightened risk of heart attack.

Public education is focused on prevention, recognition of manifestations

and early treatment of hearth problems. Modifiable risk factors can be reduced or
eliminated through lifestyle changes. Client education is aimed at (ACS)
prevention. Primary prevention of (ACS) may include maintenance of ideal
weight and safe cholesterol levels stop smoking, reducing heavy alcohol
consumption and other lifestyle changes.

Acute coronary syndrome is being managed today as a treatable problem

if it is recognized early. However, because of the limited knowledge of the public
about the early signs or warning signs which may include chest pain experienced
as tightness around the chest and radiating to the left arm and the left angle of
the jaw, diaphoresis , nausea and vomiting, as well as shortness of breath.

As nursing students, this study somehow made us realize the importance

of early detection of diseases such as acute coronary syndrome since it may lead
to more serious conditions if it is not properly managed or treated. Prompt
recognition, which allows for early treatment of acute coronary syndrome is
recommended to lessen residual deficits and decreased disability. And by giving
proper health teaching and awareness about the different factors that can lead to
the disease. Through this study, may we be able to help others to understand
and know more about acute coronary syndrome and ways to prevent and treat its
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signs and symptom and to know the different lifestyle changes to lessen or
prevent the occurrence of the disease.

VI. Recommendation

• The Department of Health is currently implementing several methods of

control and prevention of the occurrence of and spread of the disease
such as early diagnosis and health education of the public. Yet there is still
a need to further efforts to enhance these methods because some people
still are not aware of the disease condition.

• It is suggested that student nurses conduct information campaigns

particularly in the communities about the disease process, its signs and
symptoms and various preventive aspects of controlling the disease
including the available treatment in the management of the disease
condition.

• It is also proposed that student nurses be well knowledgeable on how to

take care of patients with acute coronary syndrome for them to properly
address the various needs and be able to give health teachings to help
them understand their condition.

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