A missed connection:
Depression screening in cardiac inpatientsTHE PREVALENCE OF DEPRESSION in hospitalized patients with cardiac disorders ranges from approximately 20% to 30%-three times higher than in the general population. 1-3 Depression in people with cardiovascular disease (CVD) has been linked to worse cardiovascular and overall health outcomes. The Institute of Medicine has found that over 40% of individuals with a chronic health condition, including CVD, have at least one other comorbid condition. 2,4 Studies also indicate that depression identified after hospitalization for a coronary event is a major risk factor for future coronary events and has been associated with an impaired quality of life, increased healthcare costs, decreased adherence to treatment, increased risk of suicide, and higher mortality. [5][6][7] This article discusses signs and symptoms of depression in hospitalized patients with CVD and practice implications for nurses.
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