Fundamental Aspects of Long Term Conditions

Underpinned by relevant epidemiology, demography and policy, this book explores the management of long-term conditions. It discusses communication and multidisciplinary working, including discussion of the student nurse's role. Each chapter includes learning points and uses a questioning/reflective approach, which draws on the reader's own experiences.

Keywords: Long-term conditions, Holistic nursing, Chronic illness, Case management, Disease management, Self management, Collaborative working, Assistive technology, Diabetes, Heart failure, Stroke, Chronic Obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), Rheumatoid arthritis, Parkinson’s disease, Dementia, Severe and enduring mental illness