Cardiac misconception quiz

True/False quiz

Q. How did the CR staff help misconceptions?

1. Giving him information about heart attack – true – education is important to enhance knowledge and understanding and boost confidence
2. He can drive straight away – false – DVLA recommend driving is avoided for a short period (see DVLA)
3. Take 1 puff GTN every 15 min – false – take 1 dose of GTN every five minutes. If pain persists after 3 doses ie 15 minutes then dial 999
4. He has to have complete rest for at least 2 weeks – false – a gentle and gradual increase in physical activity is advised from discharge
5. It is normal to feel weepy or anxious once home – true – having a heart attack can be frightening and it is common to experience some anxiety and tearfulness
6. To help with cravings John was referred to smoking cessation services – true – Smokers who seek support from a health professional are more likely to quit
7. Advised him what to do first in terms of goals: false – Goal setting should always be patient led
8. His medicines can stop in the future: false – these medicines are important for secondary prevention
9. His heart is fixed: false
10. Stress is a high risk factor in heart attacks: false (different stress)