| Autor: |
France, Nancey E.M., Farrell, Kathleen, Kearney, Barbara, Myatt, Sharon |
| Zdroj: |
International Journal for Human Caring; 2008, Vol. 12 Issue: 4 p21-25, 5p |
| Abstrakt: |
The phenomenon of interest of this study was the woman’s perspective on what it was like to live with fibromyalgia (FMS). Aphenomenological study was conducted utilizing participant interviews, focus groups, and observations of FMS support groups. The participants portrayed the unending struggle of living with FMS with progressive disability further complicated by lack of trust and not feeling safe with the healthcare provider and system. Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) are crucial in educating healthcare providers on FMS, individualizing care to slow disability and promote quality of life, and influencing policy-making bodies to improve healthcare services. |
| Databáze: |
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