Access to cardiac rehabilitation following surgery
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. Cardiac rehabilitation can help patients improve their heart health and recovery, but many eligible patients never participate or complete a program. This article explores common barriers to cardiac rehabilitation and highlights strategies nurses can use to support patient enrollment, engagement, and long-term adherence.
Authors
- Megan Lucey
- Braedon Joyce
- Kiernan Riley (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1957-8262)
- Charles C. Robinson (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0003-4349-9470)
- Michael M. Evans
- Kalei Crimi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1537-5465)
- Natalie Lowe
Publication Details
- Journal
- Nursing Made Incredibly Easy!
- Published
- 2026-11-10
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/nme.0000000000000209
- Primary Topic
- Cardiac Health and Mental Health
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00