Computer Assisted Diagnosis of Chest Pain. Adjunctive Treatment Protocols

摘要

In support of the computer-assisted diagnosis of chest pain project, a chest pain treatment manual has been formulated. It is anticipated that this manual will be used by the Independent Duty (8402) Corpsmen stationed aboard patrolling nuclear submarines. Treatment protocols are written for five diagnostic categories: myocardial infarction (M.I.), angina (ANGINA), non-specific chest pain (NONSCP), pneumonia (PNEUMA), and pneumothorax (PNTHOR). Together, these categories account for nearly all causes of chest pain. Each protocol is divided into a discussion, differential diagnosis, treatment regimen, usual course with treatment, and complications and their management. Few medications are required that are not on the Authorized Medical Allowance List (AMAL). The protocols have been reviewed by a hospital-based internist and a Submarine Qualified Medical Officer, in addition to the normal review process.