Implementing Self-Management Support for Heart Health

Resource: Self-Management Support Strategies for Improving CVD Risk Factors—Practice Engagement!

This presentation describes the evidence for providing self-management support (SMS) and distinguishes it from patient education. It explains the key principles of effective self-management support and the evidence behind SMS for improving heart health. The presentation includes strategies to implement SMS throughout primary care practices.

Institution of origin: University of Colorado at Denver

Author(s): Jortberg, B

File size and format: 247 KB, PowerPoint

# of pages: 18

Target audience(s): Practice Facilitators, Quality Improvement Professionals, Clinicians, Practice Staff, Practice Leaders

Permissions: Used with permission of EvidenceNOW Southwest.

Acknowledgements: EvidenceNOW Southwest, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality EvidenceNOW Initiative

Publication date: 2016