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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Podiatry

Background:

  • Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a prevalent vascular condition, particularly in individuals over 60.
  • PAD is frequently underdiagnosed and inadequately treated, leading to adverse health outcomes.
  • Nurses possess a crucial role in the early detection and management of PAD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the significance of nursing in identifying and managing peripheral arterial disease.
  • To underscore the potential for nurses to mitigate poor outcomes associated with PAD.
  • To introduce an innovative, multidisciplinary approach to PAD care.

Main Methods:

  • This section is a precursor to a detailed service description in Part 2.
  • Focuses on the strategic positioning of nurses in PAD care pathways.
  • Highlights the collaborative potential between nursing and podiatry.

Main Results:

  • Early identification and intervention by nurses can significantly impact PAD management.
  • Proactive nursing involvement can reduce the incidence of poor outcomes linked to PAD.
  • The described service model aims to improve patient care and reduce disease burden.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses are pivotal in addressing the challenges of underdiagnosis and suboptimal treatment of PAD.
  • Effective nursing strategies can lead to better patient outcomes in PAD.
  • Future implementation of nurse and podiatrist-led services shows promise for PAD management.