AimThis research study explored the lived experiences of adults diagnosed with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) when exposed to a prolonged period of extreme cold.DesignThis research study utilized descriptive qualitative research design.MethodsFace‐to‐face interview sessions with audio recording were conducted. There were 30 informants who participated in the study. Descriptive phenomenology with Colaizzi's method of data analysis was used.ResultsResults revealed three themes, namely: (i) elucidating cold exposure; (ii) challenges of cold exposure; and (iii) translating adverse exposure to self‐management. The results further revealed the significance of nursing health care especially to health promotion, disease prevention and health restoration especially in community setting.ConclusionIn conclusion, manifestations of CAD are triggered when exposed to a prolonged period of extremely low environmental temperature.
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