Heart Health Essentials: A Patient Education Series

Week 1: Understanding Your Heart

• Structure and Function: Basic anatomy of the heart
• Common Conditions: Overview of conditions requiring surgery
• Warning Signs: Key symptoms to watch for

Week 2: Preparing for Surgery

• Pre-operative Guidelines
  • Medication management
  • Dietary restrictions
  • Required tests
• What to Bring: Hospital stay checklist
• Family Support: Role of caregivers

Week 3: Recovery Essentials

• Post-operative Care
  • Wound care basics
  • Pain management
  • Activity restrictions
• Home Preparation: Setting up recovery space
• Follow-up Schedule: Important appointments

Week 4: Long-term Success

• Lifestyle Modifications
  • Heart-healthy diet
  • Exercise guidelines
  • Stress management
• Medication Adherence
• Regular Monitoring: Self-check protocols

Distribution Schedule

• Email newsletter: Weekly
• Social media: 2-3 posts per week
• Print materials: Monthly packet

Branding Elements

• Use approved cardiac center logo
• Include emergency contact information
• Maintain consistent color scheme (red/blue medical theme)

Call-to-Action Items

1. Schedule consultation
2. Download patient guide
3. Join support group
4. Sign up for newsletter