Persons with AIDS: living with pain at home.
Pain is a significant symptom for patients with AIDS. This article reviews the prevalence and etiology of pain in patients with AIDS, and examines current recommendations for treatment. Implications for the home healthcare professional are included.
Hartman
J L
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University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, USA.
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D000163:Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D000700:Analgesics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003152:Community Health Nursing; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D010147:Pain Measurement; D015995:Prevalence; D011788:Quality of Life
D000700:Analgesics