Heart Education Awareness Resource and Training through eLearning (HEARTe)


Bryan’s thoughts

Bryan is having to adjust to his diagnosis with heart disease, which typically involves experiencing a range of emotions as well as trying to make sense of what has happened. There is more information and examples of this in module 2 and 5.

Bryan’s concerns

  • I thought I had indigestion?
  • What is Angina?
  • Why did this happen? Why me?
  • My grandfather had a heart attack but he smoked and I don”t!
  • What can I do?
  • How long will I live?

Pulse point

These are some of the questions patients will ask, it is important to consider advice and if unsure you should refer to patient sources such as;

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