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Implementing Evidence-Based Dietary Instruction Strategies In A Specialty Care Clinic, Jacobie Landers
Implementing Evidence-Based Dietary Instruction Strategies In A Specialty Care Clinic, Jacobie Landers
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Cardiovascular disease is a significant health concern that increases risks for stroke, escalates the development of renal disease, and significantly increases morbidity and mortality risk. Dietary changes can significantly reduce complications in patients with heart and vascular disease. This project was designed to effectively implement and sustain provider and cardiovascular staff instructions on dietary modifications to improve hypertension control and lower cholesterol in patients with cardiac disease using staff support. The project facilitated provider evaluation of patients’ dietary habits to promote wellness in a patient population which was not receiving dietary education. Project interventions included establishing structured methods of providing …