title: Ways of working: CCNs and chronic illness.
abstract: The study explored the role/skills used by CCNs caring for children with chronic illness. A participant inquiry paradigm was used and data were generated using semi-structured interviews supported by extensive field notes. All the CCNs described the special relationship with the children and their families which was characterised by deep understanding of current and future needs. The CCNs emphasised 'ways of working' which involved high degrees of trust, flexibility, support, reflexivity and empowerment. CCNs help families regain, maintain and develop control over their lives.
authors.affiliation: Department of Primary and Community Nursing, University of Central Lancashire, Preston.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Carter
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D002648:Child; D002908:Chronic Disease / Q000451:nursing* / Q000523:psychology; D002983:Clinical Competence / Q000592:standards*; D003152:Community Health Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000379:methods*; D003657:Decision Making; D005190:Family / Q000523:psychology; D006379:Helping Behavior; D006801:Humans; D007587:Job Description; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology*; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods; D010371:Pediatric Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000379:methods*; D011209:Power, Psychological; D012944:Social Support; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires