title: A strong relationship for a long journey.
abstract: Growth hormone treatment can take several years, which requires a high level of commitment from patients and families. Endocrine nurses need to build strong relationships with patients and their carers in order to prepare them and provide tailored, honest support
authors.forename: Julie
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Jones
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D017028:Caregivers / Q000523:psychology*; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D005260:Female; D006130:Growth Disorders / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing*; D006301:Health Services Needs and Demand; D019382:Human Growth Hormone / Q000172:deficiency / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008134:Long-Term Care / Q000523:psychology*; D008297:Male; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D012944:Social Support
chemical_list: D019382:Human Growth Hormone