How learning disability nurses can support self-management for people with asthma.
Asthma is a long-term condition that requires patient education, support and close monitoring. It is important that individuals are empowered and educated about their asthma and supported to self-manage as appropriate. Self-management is a goal that is recommended as an established and effective app...
| Published in: | Learning Disability Practice Vol. 22; no. 5; pp. 39 - 48 |
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| Main Authors: | , |
| Format: | CEU pictorial Journal Article |
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Royal College of Nursing of the United Kingdom (The)
9/30/2019
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| Online Access: | View this record in EBSCOhost |
| Summary: | Asthma is a long-term condition that requires patient education, support and close monitoring. It is important that individuals are empowered and educated about their asthma and supported to self-manage as appropriate. Self-management is a goal that is recommended as an established and effective approach. However, it can be challenging for many individuals, including those with learning disabilities. Learning disability nurses can support individuals diagnosed with asthma to self-manage the condition and should have the knowledge, skills and competence to do so. |
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