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Community nurses can empower people living with lymphoedema.

Authors :
Mendes, Aysha
Source :
British Journal of Community Nursing; Dec2023, Vol. 28 Issue 12, p582-584, 3p
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

In the article, the author discusses how community nurses in the United Kingdom (UK) can empower people with lymphoedema based on the concept of patient accountability and empowerment. Also cited are the features of lymphoedema like chronic swelling, pain and heaviness in the tissues, and the focus of treatment like lymphatic drainage, exercise, and skincare.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
14624753
Volume :
28
Issue :
12
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
British Journal of Community Nursing
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
173929253
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.12968/bjcn.2023.28.12.582