Intensive care of patients with [infarct-related] cardiogenic shock : Abridged version of the S1 guideline

Cardiovascular diseases and (infarct-related) cardiogenic shock are among the most frequent causes of death in Germany. Adequate clinical care often poses great challenges for hospitals. The complex care of patients in a multi-professional team places high demands on all those involved in the care process. Since nurses in particular are in close contact with patients and play a decisive role in shaping and controlling therapy, a national (intensive) care guideline is urgently needed.