stage of recovery. Phase one occurs when a patient is still in hospital, having been admitted to a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) or directly to a medical surgical wing. The main issues assed in phase one include: reassurance, information, risk factor assessment, risk satisfaction, education, mobilization, discharge planning and the involvement and support of the family (Leon, 1997). Phase two is conducted post discharge and occurs within 4-6 weeks. During this time patients can feel isolated and insecure…
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