The goal of this program is to provide nurses information about Chagas disease, which is becoming more prevalent in the U.S. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to —
- Describe the causes, transmission and symptoms of Chagas disease.
- Discuss why Chagas disease has become a public healthcare problem in the U.S.
- Explain why most nurses and physicians are unaware of one of the most common causes of congestive heart failure and sudden death in the world.
