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Rheumatoid arthritis educational series: a nurse-led project
Joyce Lemon1, Blanca Marichal-Williams, Eileen Blum
1NYU Langone Hospital for Joint Diseases, Ambulatory Care Services, New York, NY, USA.
Orthopedic Nursing
|July 26, 2012
Summary
Rheumatology nurses created an educational program to improve healthcare information for rheumatoid arthritis patients, fostering greater involvement in treatment decisions and planning.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology Nursing
- Patient Education
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Patients with rheumatoid arthritis require comprehensive healthcare information beyond routine clinic visits.
- A need was identified for enhanced patient education in rheumatology settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and implement a patient education program for rheumatoid arthritis patients.
- To support patient involvement in decision-making and treatment planning.
Main Methods:
- A team of registered nurses developed an educational program.
- The program covered various arthritis-related topics.
- The project involved sharing experiences of program development and leadership.
Main Results:
- The project aimed to increase patient engagement in their care.
- Nurses shared their experiences in developing and leading the educational initiative.
- Lessons learned from the project were documented.
Conclusions:
- Patient education programs can empower rheumatoid arthritis patients.
- Enhanced information sharing supports shared decision-making in rheumatology.
- The project highlights the role of nurses in patient empowerment.
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