Diabetes : A Handbook for the Primary Healthcare Team Paperback / softback
Edited by Joan R. S., MN, RGN, SCM, DN, RNT (Head of Division of Nursing and Midwifery, University o McDowell, Florence (Diabetes Nurse Specialist, North Glasgow University NHS Trust, Gartnavel General Ho Brown, David, BSc, MB, ChB, FRCP (Consultant Physician, Monklands Hospital, Airdrie, UK) Matthews
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This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States.
As one of the three major diseases in the Western world, and one that is on the increase, care of people with diabetes is crucial to the entire healthcare team.
This book provides a comprehensive text on the management of the person with diabetes in the community and will be invaluable to dietitians, podiatrists and GPs and especially to practice nurses, district nurses and health visitors. It has been written from a community perspective by a multiprofessional team and advocates principles of care based on the latest research.
It focuses on the role of the professional in assisting in self-care of the individual with diabetes. It also includes caring for the person in long-term care settings, for example, nursing homes. The comprehensive text establishes 'why' as well as 'what' you need to knowThe focus on community ensures its relevanceCase study scenarios provide practical content, centred on people with diabetesIssues relating to ethnic minorities are incorporated throughoutThe evidence base ensures the latest research is incorporated and relates it to clinical practiceUseful references and websites encourage wider reading.
Fully updated content to include new information and developments in clinical practice .
Case study scenarios have been expanded to enhance the usefulness of the book.
Issues relating to ethnic minorities will be incorporated throughout the book.
All references updated and useful websites added
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:316 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Health Sciences
- Publication Date:25/05/2007
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- ISBN:9780443101038
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Available to Order - This title is available to order, with delivery expected within 2 weeks
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:316 pages
- Publisher:Elsevier Health Sciences
- Publication Date:25/05/2007
- Category:
- ISBN:9780443101038