The management of patients with long-term conditions
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The management of patients with long-term conditions

Jacqueline Metcalfe Consultant nurse for older people, North Hampshire Hospital, Basingstoke
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This article provides an overview of chronic disease management for patients. Background from the approach used in the United States is provided along with UK developments, and there is discussion about the role of the nurse in patient empowerment and the role of the community matron in case management.

Nursing Standard. 19, 45, 53-60. doi: 10.7748/ns2005.07.19.45.53.c3914

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jaki.metcalfe@nhpct.nhs.uk

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Keywords :

Chronic illness - Long-term conditions - Models and theories - Older people

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20 July 2005 / Vol 19 issue 45

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