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.
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...
