Vancouver, BC - February 17, 2010 - Canadians have observed Heart Month each February for more than 50 years. Heart Month is a time to raise awareness and funds for the prevention and treatment of heart disease, which is Canada's leading cause of death.
Licensed Practical Nurses work closely with other healthcare specialists in acute care wards, private homes, public schools or long-term care facilities. LPNs work directly with at-risk populations and can monitor patients for symptoms of heart disease. They can also educate their patients about healthy living and how it promotes heart health.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada says that up to 80% of heart disease is preventable through lifestyle changes. LPNs can be great sources of education and encouragement for patients who are looking to improve their health through lifestyle change and management of risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high blood cholesterol.
Because they have ample direct-contact with them, LPNs are uniquely positioned to point patients in the direction of other health resources such as smoking cessation programs, dieticians, and blood pressure management tools.
Vancouver Career College's Practical Nursing program can teach you to make a difference in the lives of patients - during Heart Month and all year long. The comprehensive 51-week training program prepares you to assume the fundamental duties and responsibilities of a Practical Nurse. The curriculum adheres to the standards laid out by the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of British Columbia and the course work combines both classroom learning and lab work.
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