Noninvasive diagnostic modalities for the diagnosis of coronary artery disease: A guide for acute care NPs.

ABSTRACT: Selecting noninvasive diagnostic tests for coronary artery disease can be a daunting task to acute care NPs. This article provides an overview of the pathophysiology of coronary artery disease, relevant noninvasive diagnostic imaging modalities, and an evidence-based approach to guide subsequent diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.