cardiovascular disorders
Introduction to the Cardiac Patient
History
A thorough history is fundamental; it cannot be replaced by testing. The history must include a thorough systems review because many symptoms apparently occurring in other systems (eg, dyspnea, indigestion) are often caused by cardiac disease. A family history is taken because many cardiac disorders (eg, Overview of Coronary Artery Disease , systemic Serious cardiac symptoms include Chest Pain or discomfort, 