«Previous studies examined patients
undergoing hip - fracture repair or other
urgent surgeries, in which initial blood samples were collected after a significant stressor had already occurred,» she added.
To obtain a broad sample of patients
undergoing non-cardiac inpatient procedures, such as hip or knee replacements, researchers examined elective,
urgent and emergency
surgeries as well as procedures performed during the day, at night, on weekdays and on weekends.
To become AAHA - accredited, practices
undergo a rigorous evaluation process to ensure they meet the AAHA Standards of Accreditation, which include the areas of: Patient care, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, pain management, pharmacy, safety,
surgery, client service, anesthesia, contagious disease, continuing education, dentistry, examination facilities, medical records, leadership and emergency /
urgent care.