Managing Long-term Conditions and Chronic Illness in Primary Care: A Practical Guide

Authored by Judith Carrier, this comprehensive guide is designed to support healthcare practitioners in managing and meeting the complex physical and psycho-social needs of individuals living with chronic diseases and long-term conditions.

The Importance of Effective Management

In today’s healthcare landscape, systematic and evidence-based care is crucial to support individuals with long-term conditions and chronic diseases, as well as their caregivers. By reducing unnecessary hospital admissions and prioritizing the needs of the expert patient, healthcare professionals can make a significant impact on overall well-being.

A Multidisciplinary Approach

Reflecting recent changes in the curriculum, this fully updated edition highlights the key issues in managing long-term conditions, providing a practical and accessible guide for nurses and allied health professionals working in primary care settings.

Key Topics Covered

• Case studies on HIV and dementia, as well as content on mental health
• The physical and psychosocial impact of living with long-term conditions
• Effective case management and self-management strategies
• Behavioural change strategies and motivational counselling for the expert patient

Packed with helpful, clearly written information, including case studies, fact boxes, and pointers for practice, this guide is ideal reading for pre- and post-registration nursing students taking modules on long-term conditions. It will also serve as a valuable companion for pre-registration students on community placements.

Publication Details

Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Language: English
ISBN: 9780367897079, 9781000818727
Publication Date: December 30, 2022