Description
Individuals with chronic diseases have to cope with various challenges to their physical and psychological well being as part of their daily lives. In the field of chronic disease management nurses have an integral role in supporting the needs of the patient and identifying the optimum in high quality care. Dealing with the increasing needs of the growing chronic disease and elderly populations presents difficult challenges. Resources need to be used effectively.
Book Information
ISBN 9781861564122
Author Susan Oliver
Format Paperback
Page Count 250
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 482g
Chronic Disease Nursing offers support to all nurses but particularly primary and secondary care advanced practitioners wishing to develop an effective system of care for those with a long term medical condition. There is guidance on the practical aspects of setting up a telephone helpline service, identifying the ethical and professional aspects of developing a nurse led clinic, selecting appropriate outcome measures for clinic setting, and suitable biologic therapies used in chronic disease areas and working across professional organisations. This book provides a framework for the development of a chronic disease nursing service, using rheumatology as an example.
Book Information
ISBN 9781861564122
Author Susan Oliver
Format Paperback
Page Count 250
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 482g
