Why the study?
What beliefs and decision-making factors influence patient attendance in cardiac rehabilitation programs?
Population
44 patients eligible for a standardized 12-week cardiac rehabilitation programme from a mixed urban-rural…
Design
Other
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Embarrassment about group exercise may deter cardiac rehabilitation attendance; leaves open how belief frameworks should guide future program adaptations.
What beliefs and decision-making factors influence patient attendance in cardiac rehabilitation programs?
Patient beliefs and embarrassment about group exercise significantly influence cardiac rehabilitation attendance, highlighting the need for early reassurance and inclusive program strategies.
Clark et al. (2004) studied this question.
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