Confidence and performance of health workers in cardiovascular risk factor management in rural Botswana: a cross-sectional study

• Main Authors: Pooja Gala, MD (Author), Bhavna Seth, MD (Author), Veronica Moshokgo, MBBS (Author), Rudy M'buse, MD (Author), Emmanuel Kazadi, MBBS (Author), Solomon Pharithi, FNP (Author), Kabelo Gobotsamang, FNP (Author), Keolebogile Dintwe, GN (Author), Ruth Kesolofetse Olyn, GN (Author), Brett Lewis, BSc (Author), Kitenge Kalenga, MBBS (Author), Neo Tapela, MPH (Author), Tomer Barak, MD (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2019-03-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Social and demographic changes in Botswana are resulting in an increased prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Providers, mostly nurses, in this setting have limited training in managing CVD risk and few opportunities for continued medical education. We aimed to evaluate providers&...