This updated edition of the core curriculum for nursing practice with multiple sclerosis (MS) patients presents the most current diagnostic tools and strategies for managing the disease process. It addresses both the physical and psychosocial changes with which MS patients must cope, and focuses on the role of nursing in helping patients to devise, learn, and implement self-care strategies. The book discusses the application of change theory to MS nursing and examines current theories regarding the immunologic bases of MS, its epidemiology, and genetics. Information is presented in an easy-to-read outline format along with case studies that further clarify the material. Each chapter begins with a list of objectives to facilitate learning.
Nursing Practice in Multiple Sclerosis offers a vast reservoir of information for MS nurse specialists and students, providing an excellent day-to-day reference as well as a comprehensive review for nurses who intend to take the MS nursing certification exam. It is a companion volume to Comprehensive Nursing Care in Multiple Sclerosis and Advanced Concepts in Multiple Sclerosis Nursing Care.
This updated edition includes:- New diagnostic tests and pharmacologic strategies, including the treatment of acute attacks, immuno-modulating and symptomatic therapies, and nonpharmacologic interventions
- Updated guidelines for managing symptoms, such as impaired mobility and bladder/ bowel dysfunction
- A stronger focus on the role of nursing in helping patients to achieve independence, empowerment, and improved quality of life
- New content in ethics, professionalism, and delivering culturally competent care
- Updated references, thought-provoking certification questions, and new case studies
Cuprins
‘Part I -Background Information for Nursing Practice in Multiple Sclerosis
Ch 1 The History of Multiple Sclerosis – June Halper
Ch 2 Domains of Multiple Sclerosis Nursing Practice- Heidi Maloni, June Halper, and MSNICB
Ch 3 Change Theory and Its Application in Multiple Sclerosis Nursing – June Halper
Ch 4 Multiple sclerosis Nurses’ Code of Professional Conduct – Heidi Maloni
Part II – The Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis
Ch 5 Epidemiology – June Halper
Ch 6 The Complete Neurologic Examination- June Halper, Kathleen Costello, Linda Morgante, and Lynn Mc Ewan
Ch 7 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) – Kathleen Costello
Ch 8 Determining the Diagnosis and Prognosis of Multiple Sclerosis – June Halper, Kathleen Costello, and Colleen Harris
Part III – Management of the Disease Process
Ch 9 The Immune System and Its Role in MS – Kathleen Costello
Ch 10 Disease-altering Therapies – June Halper and Colleen Harris
Part IV – Functional Alterations: Physical Domains
Ch 11 The Symptom Chain in MS
Ch 12 The MS Care Team
Ch 13 Bladder Dysfunction
Ch 14 Bowel Elimination and Continence
Ch 15 The Nurse’s Role in Advanced MS
Part V – Functional Alterations: Personal Domain
Ch 16 Psychosocial Implications
Ch 17 Financial and Vocational Concerns
VI – Shaping MS Nursing Practice
Ch 18 Primary Care Needs
Ch 19 The Nurse’s Role in MS Research
Ch 20 Study Guide in MS
Ch 21 Case Studies
Ch 22 Certification Study Questions
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Despre autor
Colleen Harris, MN, NP, MSCN, is the Nurse Coordinator/Nurse Practitioner of the University of Calgary MS Clinic, where she has been involved in multi-disciplinary care for much of her nursing career. She is Adjunct Assistant Professor, faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary.Mai multe cărți electronice de la același autor (i) / Editor
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