The essence of rheumatology nursing.
Arthritis and rheumatism are the most frequently self-reported conditions in the UK, costing the NHS 1,200 Pounds million a year (OPCS 1980). Nurses caring for patients with these chronic illnesses need to consider the emotional consequences as well as the physical manifestations. This article identifies the important factors in the therapeutic relationship in rheumatology care.
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Haywood Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent.
D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009720:Nurse Clinicians / Q000458:organization & administration* / Q000523:psychology*; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D012216:Rheumatic Diseases / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology*