Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing
Bridging Hearts and Classrooms
Background: Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and CVD risk factors, including obesity and hypertension, are increasingly prevalent among children and youth, highlighting the need for early sustained prevention. Positioned at the intersection of health and education, school nurses are uniquely equipped to support cardiovascular health in everyday practice. Purpose: We propose a collaborative model linking school nurses with the cardiovascular nursing community, drawing on the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential …