title: Chronic oedema: its prevalence, effects and management.
abstract: Ageing affects not only individuals but also society. It occurs throughout the western world. The ageing process may lead to the development of conditions, such as chronic oedema, as well as comorbidities such as osteoarthritis. These comorbidities can make the management of chronic oedema even more difficult. This is an especially important consideration when tailoring individualised care plans, such as exercise, as conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis can limit patients' ability to manage their oedema. Despite challenges, education can improve patient outcomes when evidence-based practice is used.
authors.affiliation: Lecturer and Practitioner, Compton Hospice Education & Training Centre, Wolverhampton.
authors.forename: Garry
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Cooper
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D002908:Chronic Disease; D004487:Edema / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control; D004739:England / Q000453:epidemiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009736:Nursing Process; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D015995:Prevalence
keywords: chronic oedema; education; management; quality of life