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Addressing Patient Learning Myopia in Multiple Sclerosis Through A Thermodynamic Approach.
Jorge Cegarra-Sánchez1, Juan-Gabriel Cegarra-Navarro, Aurora Martinez-Martinez
1Author Affiliations: Department of Neurology, Doctor Negrín University Hospital, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain (Dr Jorge); and Department of Business Administration, Technical University of Cartagena, Murcia, Spain (Drs Cegarra-Navarro and Martinez-Martinez).
Patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) can improve long-term self-management by overcoming learning myopia, a tendency to focus on immediate concerns. A thermodynamic framework helps nurses guide patients toward better decision-making and adherence to treatment.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Health Psychology
- Patient Education
Background:
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, unpredictable neurological condition.
- Effective MS management necessitates continuous patient learning and self-care.
- Learning myopia, prioritizing immediate needs over long-term goals, impedes effective disease management in MS patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the challenge of learning myopia in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
- To explore how patients with MS prioritize immediate symptom relief over proactive disease education and adherence to disease-modifying therapies.
- To investigate the impact of misinformation on MS management and sustained learning.
Main Methods:
- Application of a thermodynamic framework integrating rational, emotional, and spiritual capacities.
- Utilizing this framework to overcome learning myopia in the context of chronic disease management.
- Exploring the role of healthcare professionals, specifically nurses, in facilitating patient learning.
Main Results:
- Nurses can facilitate informed decision-making among MS patients.
- The thermodynamic approach enhances patient resilience and long-term adherence to treatment plans.
- Mitigation of the negative impacts of learning myopia on disease self-management is achievable.
Conclusions:
- Addressing learning myopia is crucial for effective multiple sclerosis (MS) management.
- The thermodynamic approach empowers patients to engage in proactive self-management strategies.
- Improved patient empowerment and adherence lead to enhanced quality of life for individuals with MS.
