Journal article
Cardiac Home Education and Support Trial (CHEST): A pilot study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is performed more frequently in individuals who are older and sicker than in previous years. Increased patient acuity and reduced hospital length of stays leave individuals ill prepared for their recovery.
OBJECTIVES: To test the feasibility of a peer support program and determine indicators of the effects of peer support on recovery outcomes of individuals following CABG surgery.
Authors
Parry M; Watt-Watson J; Hodnett E; Tranmer J; Dennis C-L; Brooks D
Journal
Canadian Journal of Cardiology, Vol. 25, No. 12, pp. e393–e398
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
12 2009
DOI
10.1016/s0828-282x(09)70531-8
ISSN
0828-282X