title: Rheumatology. Part 4: Psychosocial issues.
abstract: Arthritis can affect physical, psychological, social, sexual and role function. Nurses need to enter into a therapeutic relationship with patients to address coping strategies. Care must be placed within the context of the patient's and family's life for it to be meaningful and relevant.
authors.affiliation: Staffordshire Rheumatology Centre, Stoke on Trent.
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Ryan
mesh_terms: D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology* / Q000534:rehabilitation; D002908:Chronic Disease; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D012803:Sick Role; D012944:Social Support