Servicio Canario de la Salud updates nursing guide for vascular disease

The Servicio Canario de la Salud (SCS) has updated its nursing care guide for the prevention and control of Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease (EVA). The revision, managed by the Directorate General of Assistance Programs, aims to establish a standardized and homogeneous framework for nursing care within primary care settings.

The updated document focuses on improving cardiovascular health, promoting self-care, and reducing morbidity and mortality associated with EVA. Key components of the guide include comprehensive assessment, cardiovascular risk stratification, the promotion of healthy lifestyles, and the management of primary risk factors through standardized nursing intervention methodologies.