The Role of Cardiovascular Nursing in Managing Chronic Diseases: Addressing Challenges and Leveraging Opportunities in Modern Healthcare Systems

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of death and morbidity worldwide, posing a significant challenge to healthcare systems. Cardiovascular nursing plays a pivotal role in addressing this burden by providing comprehensive care, from preventive measures to advanced patient management. Despite its importance, cardiovascular nursing faces challenges such as workforce shortages, barriers to technology integration, educational gaps, and systemic inefficiencies. This review explores the current state of cardiovascular nursing, emphasizing its role in education, clinical care, emotional support, and interprofessional collaboration. It also examines the challenges facing the profession, including the high demand for specialized nurses, limited training opportunities, and the complexities of implementing technological innovations. In addition, the review highlights opportunities for the advancement of cardiovascular nursing, such as the adoption of artificial intelligence and telemedicine, the expansion of training programs, and the alignment of policies with national healthcare strategies.