What is known about outcomes of patients with low back pain?
Review of recent evidence with translation to practice for the role of advanced practice registered nurses is presented using a case study module for the following: "What is known about Outcomes of Patients with Low Back Pain? The study results showed that patients with low back pain may have substantial continuing pain and functional limitations. The implications and clinical relevance of these findings for advanced practice nurses are discussed highlighting best evidence.
Emergency Services, University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center, Lexington, KY, USA. pkhoward@uky.edu
Patricia Kunz
PK
Howard
Susan E
SE
Shapiro
D000203:Activities of Daily Living; D006801:Humans; D017116:Low Back Pain / Q000451:nursing / Q000503:physiopathology*; D009519:New York City; D011446:Prospective Studies; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires; D016896:Treatment Outcome