Supported self care and care planning for patients with long-term conditions.
Christine Beasley explains the benefits of supported self care for patients with long-term conditions, enabling them to make decisions about their care, in partnership with their health-care professional. The article also includes a case study of the Leeds Community Healthcare team, outlining how nurses implement the self care ethos into daily clinical practice.
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Christine
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