Managing epilepsy in the community: exploring the perspectives of community epilepsy nurse

Lawal, Muili ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1502-3884 (2024) Managing epilepsy in the community: exploring the perspectives of community epilepsy nurse. Evidence Based Nursing. ISSN 1367-6539 (Submitted)

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Abstract

Epilepsy care is known to have evolved dramatically worldwide, but achieving optimal care remains a challenge. In the field of neurological disorder, epilepsy is one of the most disabling diseases and it has a significant personal, social, and economic impact1. People with epilepsy often have multiple healthcare needs and the current international healthcare policy advocate the adoption of a holistic approach to provide patient centered care (PCC) 1. The Epilepsy specialist nurse (EN) has a vital role to play within the epilepsy care team and they help to reduce unnecessary use of hospital facilities and enhance the quality of life of the patients.

Item Type: Article
Identifier: 0000-0002-1502-3884
Subjects: Medicine and health
Depositing User: Muili Lawal
Date Deposited: 11 Mar 2024 09:59
Last Modified: 18 Dec 2024 13:23
URI: https://repository.uwl.ac.uk/id/eprint/11204

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