Self-management of heart failure in dementia and cognitive impairment: a systematic review.

Janaka LovellTony PhamSamer Q NoamanMarie-Claire DavisMarilyn JohnsonJoseph E Ibrahim

Published in: BMC cardiovascular disorders (2019)

Clinicians must consider the type and severity of impairments in cognitive domains to tailor management. Awareness of depression, self-confidence and support access may modulate self-care ability.

Keyphrases

cognitive impairment
heart failure
depressive symptoms
mild cognitive impairment
palliative care
left ventricular
sleep quality
cardiac resynchronization therapy
atrial fibrillation
physical activity