Key result
Nonattendance at phase III cardiac rehabilitation was driven by 3 major influences (personal, programme, and practical factors), largely stemming from misconceptions about programme suitability.
Why the study?
What are the reasons for nonattendance or noncompletion of Phase III cardiac rehabilitation in acute coronary syndrome patients?
Population
25 acute coronary syndrome patients who were nonattenders or noncompleters of Phase III cardiac…
Design
Other
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Suggests proactive education to address misconceptions about cardiac rehabilitation suitability; hypothesis-generating for strategies to improve phase III attendance.
What are the reasons for nonattendance or noncompletion of Phase III cardiac rehabilitation in acute coronary syndrome patients?
Misconceptions about programme suitability and exercise intensity are significant barriers to cardiac rehabilitation participation, highlighting the need for proactive nursing education.
Herber et al. (2017) studied acute coronary syndrome (n=25). Phase III cardiac rehabilitation was evaluated on Reasons for nonattendance and noncompletion. Nonattendance at phase III cardiac rehabilitation was driven by 3 major influences (personal, programme, and practical factors), largely stemming from misconceptions about programme suitability.
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