Evaluating Heart Failure Management

This chapter explores the complexities of ischemic evaluation in heart failure patients, focusing on testing procedures and treatment strategies before discharge and in outpatient settings. It highlights the necessity of tailored management approaches, diagnostic tools, and medication adjustments to improve outcomes while preventing readmissions. The discussion also addresses the critical transition periods in medication therapy, such as the washout period between ACE inhibitors and ARNI therapy, emphasizing patient safety and financial implications.