Research Article

Feasibility and Acceptability of Utilizing a Smartphone Based Application to Monitor Outpatient Discharge Instruction Compliance in Cardiac Disease Patients around Discharge from Hospitalization

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Educational content topics.

TopicGeneral description of the following was included:

Coronary heart diseasePathology, management, and symptoms

MedicationsThe value of medications, instructions for taking medications, and potential side-effects

ExerciseThe benefits of exercise and guidance for exercising safely

NutritionGeneral nutritional recommendations and benefits

SmokingBenefits of smoking cessation/reduction and resources for quitting

AlcoholGeneral guidance and recommendations around alcohol consumption for cardiovascular health and recovery

PsychosocialInformation and resources around mood disorders

Biometric risk factorsSupporting patients to “know their numbers” (ie., blood pressure, weight/BMI, lipids, or oxygen when applicable)