Introduction
CAD
CAD, CORONARY ARTERY DISEASES
The high prevalence of coronary artery diseases (CAD) has increased the need to surgical interventions like angioplasty [Smokers compared to nonsmokers, have a lower level of self-efficacy [Nurses have an important role in patient counselling about smoking cessation. However, the limitations of time and resources [Previous studies have investigated the use of text messages (SMS) in improving health behaviors [Individual's attitudes and motivations play an important role in their self-efficacy, treatment adherence, and success in quitting smoking [