Journal article
Testing a nurse-led, pre-implantation educational intervention for primary prevention implantable cardioverter-defibrillator candidates: a randomized feasibility trial
Abstract
AIMS: Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) deliver therapy for life-threatening arrhythmias. Evidence suggests that ICD candidates have misconceptions regarding ICD therapy and unmet information needs. We undertook a pilot feasibility trial comparing a nurse-led educational intervention plus standard care, vs. standard pre-ICD implantation care. Secondary aims included examination of anxiety, quality of life, and shock anxiety.
Authors
Pannag J; Martin L; Yost J; McGillion M; Carroll SL
Journal
European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, Vol. 20, No. 4, pp. 367–375
Publisher
Oxford University Press (OUP)
Publication Date
May 22, 2021
DOI
10.1093/eurjcn/zvaa009
ISSN
1474-5151