Brittle nail syndrome: treatment options and the role of the nurse.
Dermatology nurses are uniquely positioned to assess brittle nail syndrome, a multifactoral disorder, in conjunction with a physician, and to help develop a therapeutic plan. Once underlying causes are identified, dermatology nurses can support patients in nail care and assist the dermatologist in promoting treatment compliance.
Scher
Richard K
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Department of Dermatology, College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York, NY, USA.
Fleckman
Philip
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Tulumbas
Bonita
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McCollam
Len
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Enfanto
Phyllis
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D000284:Administration, Oral; D001710:Biotin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D008487:Medical History Taking; D009260:Nail Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing*; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010808:Physical Examination; D012307:Risk Factors; D017592:Skin Care / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing
D001710:Biotin