Key result
Nurse involvement and patient education in cardiac rehabilitation prior to hospital discharge varied considerably between hospitals and was frequently limited to written information alone.
Why the study?
What is the extent of nurse involvement and patient education in cardiac rehabilitation prior to hospital discharge following a first myocardial infarction?
Cross-Sectional (n=202)
Yes
What is the extent of nurse involvement and patient education in cardiac rehabilitation prior to hospital discharge following a first myocardial infarction?
The study highlights significant variability and limitations in pre-discharge cardiac rehabilitation and patient education, emphasizing the need for better nursing-supported interventions.
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Highlights inconsistent pre-discharge support; leaves open whether enhanced nurse involvement improves post-MI rehabilitation uptake.
Newens et al. (1995) conducted a cross-sectional in uncomplicated first myocardial infarction (n=202). Nurse involvement in cardiac rehabilitation was evaluated on Patient education and rehabilitation information received prior to discharge. Nurse involvement and patient education in cardiac rehabilitation prior to hospital discharge varied considerably between hospitals and was frequently limited to written information alone.
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