As living standards continue to rise, an increasing number of people face various physical health issues, with high-risk cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) being among the most prevalent. Effectively improving treatment and accelerating recovery in cardiac patients has become a social issue. A number of studies have proven that the significant social and economic changes in our society affect personal health. So, they lead to development of various concomitant chronic diseases. The main CVDs risk factors include: high blood pressure, lipid metabolism disorders, excessive alcohol consumption, smoking, obesity, diabetes mellitus, low physical activity, psycho-emotional stress, unhealthy diet and others. Тhe risk of developing ischemic heart disease (IHD) can be greatly lowered by reducing or eliminating the impact of certain risk factors. We need coordinated efforts, while providing inpatient and outpatient care, to educate and encourage the patient to change to a healthier lifestyle. An important task of cardiac nurses is to act preventively in the long term. They need resources, skills and knowledge to effectively lead patient health education. Beyond their specialized expertise in cardiovascular care, they must apply evidence-based practices and provide personalized treatment. Strong communication, effective information sharing, and patient education are fundamental to successful preventive cardiology.
 

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