Nurse Practitioner Practice Patterns for Management of Heart Failure in Long-Term Care Facilities.

This study examined nurse practitioners' (NPs) practice patterns for heart failure (HF) management, specifically regarding the use of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEIs), beta antagonists, diuretic monotherapy, and echocardiograms for older adults residing in long-term care facilities. A Web-based survey was developed to identify NP practice patterns for HF management in long-term care settings. The Checklist for Reporting Results of Internet E-Surveys and expert opinion guided the survey design.