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ArticleJournal of education and health promotion2026

Effectiveness of a comprehensive therapeutic milieu on quality of life and level of stress among patients with heart failure - An experimental study.

Shoba Govindasamy, Kayalvizhi Elumalai, Seethalakshmi Avudaiappan, Rosaline Rachel

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Shoba GovindasamyMeenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Kayalvizhi ElumalaiDepartment of Physiology, Meenakshi Medical College, Kanchipuram, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Seethalakshmi AvudaiappanDepartment of Nursing Foundation, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (Deemed to be University), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
Rosaline RachelDepartment of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Nursing, MMM College of Nursing, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

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backgroundHeart failure (HF) is a chronic and progressive condition associated with significant physical limitations, psychological distress, and impaired quality of life (QoL). Despite advances in medical management, many patients continue to experience persistent symptoms and elevated stress levels. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of a comprehensive therapeutic milieu on QoL and stress level among patients with HF. MATERIALS AND

methodsA true experimental pretest-posttest control group design was used. The sample size (

resultsAt pretest, most participants in both groups reported poor QoL and moderate stress levels. By posttest, the study group demonstrated significant improvement in the physical dimension, emotional dimension, and overall QoL compared to the control group (

conclusionThe study finding concluded that integrating structured psychosocial support and low-intensity physical activity into routine cardiac care may enhance holistic management and improve long-term patient outcomes.

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Comprehensive therapeutic milieuHeart failureQuality of lifeStress level

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PMCPMC13492860

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