Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research1735-90662422019021716151615ENCardiac Rehabilitation Center, Imam Ali Hospital, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, IranCardiac Rehabilitation Center, Imam Ali Hospital, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, IranLifestyle Modification Research Center, Imam Reza Hospital, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, IranClinical Research Development Center, Imam Reza Hospital, Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences, Kermanshah, Iran2019021720190217<p>Dear Editor, Cardiac rehabilitation programs (CRs) are among the most important third‑level prevention services that can have positive health outcomes and reduce cardiac death.[1] Despite the numerous evidences that indicate the usefulness of CRs, few patients-especially in developing countries-participate in these programs.[2] Compared to developed countries with over 70% participation in CRs,[3] less than 15% of Iranian patients participate in the programs.[2].....</p>http://ijnmr.mui.ac.ir/index.php/ijnmr/article/view/1615http://ijnmr.mui.ac.ir/index.php/ijnmr/article/download/1615/70707170