title: Promoting self-management and patient independence.
abstract: This article explains the importance of patient-centred care, and explores the factors affecting self-management and patient independence.
authors.affiliation: Open University Pre-registration Nursing Programme. sarahlifecoach@waitrose.com
authors.forename: Sarah A
authors.initials: SA
authors.lastname: Hughes
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001294:Attitude to Health; D015438:Health Behavior; D006293:Health Promotion / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D007318:Inservice Training; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods*; D012648:Self Care / Q000379:methods*; D006113:United Kingdom