A comprehensive cardiac assessment includes several components:
Patient history: Gathering information about the patient's medical history, lifestyle, and symptoms. Physical examination: Inspecting, palpating, and auscultating the chest to assess heart sounds and rhythms. Vital signs: Measuring blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature. Electrocardiogram (ECG): Recording the electrical activity of the heart to detect abnormalities. Blood tests: Checking levels of cardiac enzymes, cholesterol, and other indicators of heart health. Imaging studies: Using echocardiograms, X-rays, or MRIs to visualize the heart's structure and function.
