A Psychoeducation Trial for People With Chronic Stable Angina
A Psychoeducation Trial for People With Chronic Stable Angina
The purpose of this clinical trial was to determine the effectiveness of a supportive and educational self-management program for improving health-related quality of life (HRQOL), angina symptoms, and self-efficacy and resourcefulness to self-manage for chronic angina patients. 130 participants were enrolled in the trial for 3 months. The program, entitled the Chronic Angina Self-Management Program, (CASMP) was found effective for improving HRQOL, angina symptoms, and self-efficacy to manage symptoms, compared to usual care.
Inclusion Criteria:
Medical diagnosis of coronary artery disease CCS Class I-III Angina for at least 6 months Speak, read, understand English -
Exclusion Criteria:
MI/Bypass last 6 months CCS Class IV angina A major cognitive disorder -