The effect of mobile messaging apps on cardiac patient knowledge of coronary artery disease risk factors and adherence to a healthy lifestyle

ConclusionThis study concluded that WhatsApp was an effective health intervention in increasing coronary artery disease patient's knowledge and subsequently increasing their adherence to healthy lifestyles.Relevance to clinical practiceIn clinical setting, mobile messaging apps are useful in information delivery and efficient patient monitory.

Source: Journal of Clinical Nursing - November 6, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Yea Hung Tang, Mei Chan Chong, Yan Piaw Chua, Ping Lei Chui, Li Yoong Tang, Norsiah Rahmat Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research