Key result
Diabetes influenced decision-making in over half of the 16 women with acute MI, with shortness of breath and fluctuating blood sugars complicating symptom attribution.
Population
16 women with diabetes hospitalized with acute myocardial infarction
Design
Other
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Supports targeted education on atypical MI symptoms in diabetic women; extends prior observations to decision-making delays.
Observational (n=16)
Women with diabetes experiencing an acute myocardial infarction often present with atypical symptoms such as shortness of breath and experience confusion regarding symptom attribution, highlighting the need for targeted education.
Mayer et al. (2006) conducted an observational in Diabetes and acute myocardial infarction (n=16). Diabetes was evaluated on Actions, thoughts, and feelings from symptom onset to entry into the health care system. Diabetes influenced decision-making in over half of the 16 women with acute MI, with shortness of breath and fluctuating blood sugars complicating symptom attribution.
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