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  • Title: Predictors of poor coronary heart disease knowledge level in women without prior coronary heart disease.
    Author: Thanavaro JL, Moore SM, Anthony MK, Narsavage G, Delicath T.
    Journal: J Am Acad Nurse Pract; 2006 Dec; 18(12):574-81. PubMed ID: 17184310.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to measure coronary heart disease (CHD) knowledge levels in women without a history of CHD and to determine predictors of poor CHD knowledge in these women. DATA SOURCES: The sample included 120 women between the ages of 35 and 60, who had no CHD history. Women were asked to complete self-administered surveys including demographic data, personal CHD risk factors, and a CHD Knowledge Test. CONCLUSIONS: Women lack CHD knowledge. Low educational level, normal serum lipids, high body mass index (BMI), and lack of access to a nurse practitioner (NP) were predictors of poor CHD knowledge levels in women without CHD history. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: Women who had access to an NP were more likely to have higher CHD knowledge. In an attempt to decrease the morbidity and mortality associated with CHD, NPs may be able to improve CHD knowledge in women, particularly in those with lower educational level, normal serum lipids and higher BMI.
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