Abstract
Medications and supplements are used for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy (PN) used by 45 patients attending a community-based, free specialized neuropathy clinic. The etiology of PN can vary, impacting efficacy of treatment. Patients were prescribed ineffective opioids for PN showing the need for provider education and treatment guidelines.
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Unknown
Lead Author Affiliation
University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, USA
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
N/A
Keywords:
Opioids, Peripheral Neuropathy, Treatment
Recommended Citation
Visovsky, Constance, "The use of prescription medications and supplements by community-dwelling individuals with peripheral neuropathy" (2019). INRC (Congress). 16.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/presentations_2019/16
Conference Name
30th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Conference Year
2019
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The use of prescription medications and supplements by community-dwelling individuals with peripheral neuropathy
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Medications and supplements are used for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy (PN) used by 45 patients attending a community-based, free specialized neuropathy clinic. The etiology of PN can vary, impacting efficacy of treatment. Patients were prescribed ineffective opioids for PN showing the need for provider education and treatment guidelines.