Constructing a Nurse-led Cardiovascular Disease Intervention in Rural Ghana: A Qualitative Analysis.

Ethan P Wood Katherine Laura Garvey Raymond Akawire Aborigo Edith DambayiDenis AwuniAllison Patricia SquiresElizabeth F JacksonJames F Phillips Abraham Rexford Oduro David J Heller

Published in: Annals of global health (2021)

Frontline CHPS primary care providers believe CVD care is feasible. They recommended a three-pronged intervention that combines community outreach, provider training, and logistical support, thereby expanding task-shifting beyond hypertension to include other CVD risk factors. This model could be replicable elsewhere.

Keyphrases

primary care
cardiovascular disease
randomized controlled trial
risk factors
healthcare
blood pressure
south africa
palliative care
mental health
general practice
type diabetes
quality improvement
metabolic syndrome
affordable care act
health insurance
arterial hypertension