The importance of social support, group relationships, and communications; and family, friends, peers, healthcare providers, and nurses’ social support in patients with ICD |
The way to change their relationship and roles while they are living with ICD |
Anatomy and physiology of the heart, arrhythmia, ICD device, and the way it functions; and preparation before, during, and after ICD implant procedure and checkup |
ICD precautions and care during driving, sports, work and daily life; and the method of taking their pulse |
The feelings, emotions, and body image and self-image concerns in living with ICD, the way to cope with and manage stress, fear, worries and psychological issues, as well as the way to keep calm and relaxed and think positively. |
Spiritual strategies such as prayer, gratitude to God, and communication with God to maintain peace and relaxation in ICD patients |