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Charity Cranford1, Cynthia R King
1Foothills Family Medicine, Elkin, NC, USA.
Perceptions of NP students were explored regarding fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) pain and quality of life (QOL), and their preparedness in treating these issues. Participants acknowledged the importance of FMS pain control and QOL issues. However, they lacked confidence in treating FMS pain.confidence in treating MS pain.
Perceptions of NP students were explored regarding fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) pain and quality of life (QOL), and their preparedness in treating these issues. Participants acknowledged the importance of FMS pain control and QOL issues. However, they lacked confidence in treating FMS pain.confidence in treating MS pain.
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