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    • Primary Care Nursing

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    • Current diagnostic delays and referrals can increase healthcare costs and treatment timelines.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present a structured, four-step approach for diagnosing fibromyalgia.
    • To guide advanced practice registered nurses in recognizing FM's diverse symptoms.
    • To outline evidence-based interventions for managing fibromyalgia.

    Main Methods:

    • A systematic review of diagnostic criteria and clinical guidelines for fibromyalgia.
    • Development of a practical, four-step diagnostic pathway for primary and specialty care settings.
    • Compilation of current evidence on non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions for FM.

    Main Results:

    • The proposed four-step approach simplifies FM diagnosis, integrating symptom assessment and patient history.
    • Early and accurate diagnosis can mitigate the need for extensive specialist referrals.
    • Evidence-based interventions address both pain and non-pain symptoms associated with fibromyalgia.

    Conclusions:

    • A structured diagnostic approach enhances the ability of advanced practice registered nurses to identify fibromyalgia efficiently.
    • Implementing this pathway can lead to reduced healthcare costs and improved patient outcomes.
    • Evidence-based interventions are key to managing the multifaceted nature of fibromyalgia.