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[Acute myocardial infarct: orientation manual for patients]
Revista Da Escola De Enfermagem Da U S P
|August 1, 1995
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This booklet aids acute myocardial infarction patients in recovery. It provides essential information on managing heart attack risks and treatment, crucial for patients in Brazil.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Patient Education
- Public Health
Context:
- Acute myocardial infarction (AMI) is a leading cause of mortality in Brazil.
- Patients require accessible information to manage their condition effectively post-diagnosis.
- Current treatment protocols can be enhanced with patient-centered educational materials.
Purpose:
- To provide a supplementary educational resource for patients diagnosed with acute myocardial infarction.
- To empower patients with knowledge regarding their condition, risk factors, and treatment options.
- To support the rehabilitation process and improve patient outcomes following a heart attack.
Summary:
- The booklet offers comprehensive information on acute myocardial infarction, including disease specifics, identifiable risk factors, and recommended treatment pathways.
- It addresses practical concerns such as returning to work after experiencing a heart attack.
- Content is tailored for patient understanding, serving as a vital complement to medical care.
Impact:
- Improved patient adherence to treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications.
- Enhanced patient understanding and self-management of acute myocardial infarction.
- Potential reduction in mortality rates associated with acute myocardial infarction in Brazil through better-informed patients.
Abstract:
The authors present a booklet for the patients with acute myocardial infarction. The main purpose of the booklet is to be a complement in the treatment for myocardial infarction patients, the leading cause of death in Brazil. It contains information about the disease, risk factors, return to work and treatment.