Programs & Classes
The decision to admit a patient to the heart failure program is automatic once the patient is admitted with a primary diagnosis of heart failure or upon the request of the treating provider or heart failure program director.
E4 is the primary heart failure unit at Backus Hospital, but care of these patients will take place regardless of on which unit they are receiving care.
Intense education is provided to patients and families about heart failure, including:
- Diet
- Etiology
- Emotional Well Being
- Exercise
- Symptom recognition
- Symptom recognition
- Weight monitoring
Heart Failure Support Group
This disease affects over 5 million Americans. You are invited to come and discuss the disease, medications, and treatments for Heart Failure.
When: Second Wednesday of every month, 6pm
Where: The William W. Backus Hospital Medical Office Building, ground level conference room (330 Washington Str., Norwich)