Screening for determinants of self-care in patients with chronic heart failure - 02/12/12
, Chantal F. Ski, PhD, David R. Thompson, PhD
Corresponding author at: Cardiovascular Research Centre, Australian Catholic University, Level 4, VECCI Building, 486 Albert Street, Melbourne, VIC 3002, Australia. Tel.: +61 03 99533698.Abstract |
Heart failure self-care is vital to achieving clinical stability and improved health outcomes. Yet despite the attention it has been given, in both research and clinical practice, effective self-care remains elusive. It is recognised that there are many patient factors that impact on attaining effective self-care skills. Systematic research is warranted to resolve the knowledge gap of how patients process information and develop the necessary self-care skills. In addition, sound screening tools are needed to assess factors that hinder the development of effective heart failure self-care skills. In this manner, education and support strategies can be applied on an individualised needs basis to enhance health outcomes.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Heart failure, Patient self-care, Patient education, Screening
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Vol 21 - N° 12
P. 806-808 - décembre 2012 Retour au numéro
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