Question

you're working in a cardiologist office with a patient who had an episode of angina and a stent placed for a 90% blockage of an anterior interventricular branch of the left coronary arteryalso known as a Widowmaker the patient did not have heart damage but needs to follow a more heart smart lifestyle to prevent any cardiovascular problems the licensed practitioner has asked that you spend time doing patient education with this patient before he leaves the office when you enter the exam room to begin your patient education the patient makes the following comment "I know why you're here" and "I don't think you can do anything to help me" what should be your response?

Answer 1

We should be response with calmly and polite nature . And firstly we should have to establish a rapport between the patient and us so that we can understand their feelings much better and he can also getting strength to cooperate with us.

As our patients is suffering from 90%blockage of anterior interventricular branc of the left Coronary artery. And recently he having the episodes of angina.

We should have to give a health education which improves in his disease progression.

• Eat healthy

Healthy food habbits can help you to reduce three of the major rosk factors for the heart attack:- high cholesterol, high blood pressure and excess body weight. The best way to help lower your blood cholesterol level is to eat less saturated fat, avoid cholesterol and control our weight . Here are some other nutrition tips:-

• Eat a variety of fruits , Vegetables and grain products , especially whole grains.
• Consume fat free and low fat dairy products , fish , beans , skinless poultry and lean meats.
• Limit food high in saturated fat, trans and cholesterol.
• Eat less than 6 grams of sakt a day.
• Have no more than one alcoholic drink ( no more than 1/2 ounces of pure alcohol) per day.

• Be active

physically activity is good for your entire body , especially your heart . While getting into aregular exercise routine is great , there are a number of quick ways to easily add more physical activity into your days.

• Get in the habbits of taking the stairs instead of the elevator.
• Even a short walk around the block or through your office can help get your heart rate up and invigorate your body.
• Vacuuming , dusting and even doing laundry gets you up moving around.
• Both fun and phyical, dancing is a great way to enjoy and grooving.
• For many it is easier to be active with a partner . Make a date with a friend to enjoy your favourite physical activities and try to get into a regular routine of being active together.