Young Adults' Perception of Cardiovascular Disease Risk

摘要

Early detection of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in young adults and identification of risk may reduce future CVD burden. The emergency department provides a setting for identifying young adults with CVD risk when they present with chest pain. However, before offering CVD risk advice, it is imperative to understand knowledge and perception of CVD risk factors in young adults because knowledge is crucial to risk modification. This descriptive, cross-sectional pilot study provides useful insights into the lifestyle habits and CVD risks in this cohort. The findings of this pilot study may be helpful to nurse practitioners worldwide. (C) 2019 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.