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Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Clinical Nutrition
Date of Award
8-2018
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Michelle Lee
Committee Members
Michelle Johnson, Mary Andreae
Abstract
Cardiovascular disease and cardiac events are common and serious health conditions in the United States. Nutrition therapy can play a significant role in the management and treatment of cardiovascular disease, which includes cardiac events. This study examined the dietary supplement knowledge and recommendations made by registered dietitians (RDs), cardiologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners to treat patients after experiencing a cardiac event. Over 75 cardiologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the Tricities area of Tennessee and 3,000 RDs nationwide were asked to complete a 15-question web-based survey. Over 280 RDs and only one cardiologist responded. Findings suggest RDs are aware of evidence supporting dietary supplementation in the treatment of general heart health and cardiac events. Additionally, RDs make dietary supplement recommendations as treatment for patients who have experienced a cardiac event, specifically omega-3 fatty acids or fish oil, coenzyme Q10, and plant sterols.
Document Type
Thesis - restricted
Recommended Citation
Deming, Elise, "Knowledge and Recommendations of Dietary Supplements by Healthcare Professionals to Treat Patients Post-Cardiac Event" (2018). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 3447. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/3447
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.