Heart to Heart Web-based Communication Program for Heart Failure

Effectiveness of a Web-based Family-Centered Communication Program on Heart Failure Trajectory and Palliative Care: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of a web-based family-centered communication enhancement program ("Heart to Heart") designed for patients with heart failure, family caregivers, and cardiac nurses.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults aged 19 years or older with a confirmed diagnosis of heart failure for at least one year
• Receiving outpatient follow-up care in the cardiology clinic
• Accompanied by a primary family caregiver
• Able to access and use a web-based platform
• Family caregivers who are primarily involved in the patient's care and able to use a web-based platform
• Cardiac nurses with at least three years of clinical experience in the cardiovascular department

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals unable to use the web-based platform
• Individuals who declined to participate or did not provide informed consent