Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing

The Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing is one of the leading journals for advanced practice nurses in cardiovascular care.

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent RCT tested the efficacy of a peer-mentor intervention to improve cardiac rehab (CR) attendance among older adults w/ ischemic heart disease. Key findings:
Both initial & long-term CR attendance ⬆️
👉Low-cost way to enhance engagement!
https://t.co/3vSrvFlif4

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent study examined the efficacy of collaborative care intervention on caregiver well-being in HF.
➡️Qualitative data showed diverse, complex caregiver experiences.
Future interventions should directly address caregiver needs!
@BoiseState
https://t.co/5RpaI4y8MX

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent study aimed to identify predictors of serum BDNF in patients w/ HF!
Key findings: history of AF & older age predicted lower BDNF at multiple time points.
👉Clinicians should monitor AF closely in HF management!
@SPressle @IUBNursing
https://t.co/wXottfsMA7

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent scoping review aimed to map out qualitative studies exploring lived experiences of people who survived cardiac arrest. Key themes:
ℹ️Need for support & information
❤️Emotional challenges
🌱Acceptance of a new reality
@MountRoyalU
https://t.co/a7o6SX09Dp

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A study of >58,000 children aged 6–17 examined associations b/w ACEs & sleep duration (age as moderator).Findings:
📈Dose-response relationship: more ACEs ⬆️ odds of suboptimal sleep
Screening for ACEs may prevent future CVH risk!
@OHSUNursing
https://t.co/bfPygFcAPh

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent study of 365 adults w/ HF evaluated psychometric properties of the traditional Chinese Self-Care of Heart Failure Index (SCHFI-C v7.2). Results: ✅Reliable
✅Valid for self-care behaviors
@hku_son @hkumed @HKUniversity @PennNursing
https://t.co/MihaLg1XWP

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A prospective study of 298 people with HF examined associations of higher unmet palliative care needs & physical frailty with clinical outcomes. Key findings:
⬇️Lower HRQOL
⬆️Higher hospitalization/mortality risk
@CUMedicalSchool @JHUNursing
https://t.co/YOj8PI6rAp

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🕊️ We honor the legacy of Sharon McKinley, PhD, RN.
One of the first nurses in Australia to earn a PhD, she paved the way for nurses to pursue PhDs & advance critical care research globally.
A pioneering scientist, nurse, & mentor.
Read her memoriam: https://t.co/HK2D5Wwd5C

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📢 The July/August 2025 issue of JCN is here!!! 📢Featuring:
✅Caregiving & HF
✅Atrial fibrillation & BDNF levels
✅Obesity & young adult CVH
✅Cardiac risk & sleep health
✅Cardiac arrest survivorship
✅Role of nurses in cardiac rehab teams
Read here: https://t.co/8J2mrSdHno

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A study of 272 adults with type 2 diabetes aimed to identify factors influencing CVH behavior. Key findings:

1⃣Direct: Oral health behavior & self-efficacy ➡️ CVH
2⃣Indirect: Illness perception & depression ➡️ self-efficacy ➡️ CVH
#diabetes https://t.co/GVvZ0GcNam

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A new article aims to standardize use of self-care instruments for chronic diseases, highlighting similarities & providing guidance on scoring, translation & analysis for consistent use!
@RiegelBarbara @PennNursing @vnshealth @VelloneErcole
https://t.co/E9XmdydhON

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A study of 300 older patients w/ CHF examined how insomnia impacts cognitive frailty & found 2 mediating pathways:
1⃣Insomnia → depressive sx → cognitive frailty
2⃣Insomnia → depressive sx+social support → cognitive frailty
#HeartFailure
https://t.co/hBcDYBFw0R

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A recent study examined how psychosocial factors impact diabetes self-efficacy. Key findings: depressive sx, diabetes distress, self-esteem & resilience all play a role—can be important targets for intervention!
@MercerNursing_ @uofnorthgeorgia https://t.co/JK0ElOGubG

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📢Have you checked out our March/April 2025 issue?!📢
It highlights:
✅U.S. women veterans & CVD primary prevention
✅HF & self-care
✅Diabetes self-efficacy
✅Diet & metabolic syndrome
✅Caregiver interventions
✅Psychometrics testing & more!
Read here: https://t.co/JJzJ8FxTP7

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A recent study explored young stroke survivors' care needs. Key findings: (1) personalized rehab & clear prognosis, (2) peer & financial support, and (3) regaining abilities & adapting to life changes. Tailored interventions are key!
@CGUR_D
https://t.co/68wmwIwX7W

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A recent study evaluated the Nurses' Cardiac Triage Instrument in ED nurses. Key findings: (1) patient presentation & nurses' reasoning process were validated & (2) nurse action items need further testing! @RNJohnB @NursingISU @UMichNursing
https://t.co/B4gsCedSCc

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A recent study examined how discrimination, race-related trauma & depressive symptoms influenced BP over time. Findings show discrimination & trauma were linked to systolic BP changes!
@jytaylor007 @ColumbiaNursing
https://t.co/E8so1sB9eM

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent study explored the challenges of patients with HF during COVID-19. Key findings: ⬆️ emotional distress, disrupted routines, telehealth barriers & importance of family support. Targeted interventions are needed!
@sutnews #HeartFailure
https://t.co/tRn9Yeqnvl

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A recent study reviewed 23 home-based cardiac rehab programs for patients with CHD post-PCI. Findings show tech-based support & education improve adherence & outcomes. More research is needed to compare models across settings!
@QUT_Nursing @QUT
https://t.co/ZwGLoBuUqe

[Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing @JCNonline]

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A recent study examined the psychometric properties of the PHQ-9 in assessing depression among 427 Italian patients with CHD. Findings support a bi-dimensional structure, strong reliability & validity!
@umed_wroc
https://t.co/zx58w9qw9r