Cardiovascular Nursing and Climate Change: A Call to Action From the CSANZ Cardiovascular Nursing Council
journal contribution
posted on 2024-11-17, 12:45 authored by Sally C Inglis, Caleb Ferguson, Rebecca Eddington, Julee McDonagh, Chris J Aldridge, Kimberley Bardsley, Dion Candelaria, Y Y Chen, Robyn A Clark, Elizabeth Halcomb, Jeroen M Hendriks, Louise D Hickman, Rochelle WynneThis Call to Action aims to provide key considerations for cardiovascular nursing, related to climate and environmental impacts. Strategies to optimise nursing preparation, immediate response and adaptation to climate emergencies are crucial to ensure those at greatest risk, including First Nations peoples, are protected from potentially avoidable harm. Professionals who manage climate consequences must also understand the impact of their care on the root cause of the problem.