Invisible nature of self-care: Clinical issues raised by people with multiple long-term conditions

Abstract

The invisible nature of self-care undertaken by people with multiple long term conditions is under-researched. Our research shows people trivialise their important role in self-care. Nurses can improve patient outcomes by acknowledging the work of the patient/person living with illness and supporting people more consistently.

Authors

Denise L. Blanchard
Kim A. Van Wissen

Author Details

Denise L. Blanchard, PhD, School of Nursing Midwifery and Indigenous Health, Charles Sturt University, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia and Kim van Wissen, PhD, School of Nursing, Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand

Sigma Membership

Unknown

Lead Author Affiliation

Charles Sturt University, Bathurst, New South Wales, Australia

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Multiple Long-term Conditions, Nursing Practice, Self-care

Recommended Citation

Blanchard, Denise L. and Van Wissen, Kim A., "Invisible nature of self-care: Clinical issues raised by people with multiple long-term conditions" (2017). INRC (Congress). 444.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2017/posters_2017/444

Conference Name

28th International Nursing Research Congress

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Dublin, Ireland

Conference Year

2017

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