Learning outcomes
- Define the term heart failure and be aware of the common causes.
- Identify heart failure symptoms and be aware of the NYHA tool and its relation to assessment of the patient’s symptoms.
- Develop an awareness of the pharmacological and non pharmacological management of heart failure.
- Be aware of advanced therapies and their role in the trajectory of heart failure.
- Recognise the psychological influences in caring for patients living with heart failure and their carers.
- Develop an awareness of the benefits and support for patients with heart failure and their families should be able to apply for.
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Introduction
Module authors Module lead Eve Shannon, Heart Failure Nurse/Educator, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde Group members Mandi Smith, Lead HF...
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Module test
This is the module test for ‘HEARTe 6. Heart Failure’. It is strongly recommended that you work through the learning materials...
