Interventions Aimed to Reduce Hospital Admissions in Patients with Cardiovascular Disease Related to Substance Use Disorder

Heart failure (HF) and substance use disorder (SUD) are both growing epidemics in the United States. When combined, patients with concurrent substance abuse and heart failure may present with various cardiac complaints such as chest pain, hypertension, and shortness of breath. There are little to few studies specifically evaluating interventions for decompensated heart failure to counteract the rising rates of cardiovascular issues associated with SUD. This review aims to investigate the effects of interventions targeted to prevent hospital readmission in patients with congestive heart failure associated with substance use disorder. An integrative review methodology was applied to gain an inclusive description of current knowledge. The databases of CINAHL, PubMed, Medline, ProQuest Central, Web of Science, and Health and Medical Collection were chosen to fulfill the purpose of the integrative review. Five articles were chosen based on the data evaluation process in congruence with the purpose of the IR. With more research, there is a chance for improvement in overall patient health outcomes and well-being, thus preventing future exacerbations and hospitalizations.