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Over the next few days after the angioplasty Mr. Z. is also monitored, but less closely. The nurses come by to Dispense medications, note his medical status, take samples ordered by the doctors, record ECG data to assess his heart function, Monitor blood pressure and perform blood tests to check for infection.The nurses note other kinds of information important to taking care of the patient such as his shellfish allergy. Two different doctors stop by visit Mr. Z everyday day, one in the morning, one at the end of the afternoon. The doctors read through any pertinent notes left by the other doctor, and the nurses. The doctors then examine the patient and make adjustments to the orders.At the end of the stay (typically a few days for a heart attack), a doctor reviews Mr. Z's information to ensure that no other problems are present The Doctor decides that Mr. Z is well enough to leave the ICU. When Mr. Z leaves, the doctor reviews the medications prescribed and procedures performed by the hospital to send an accurate bill to his insurance provider.
