Chronic illness in children and adults : a psychosocial approach

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Chronic illness in children and adults : a psychosocial approach

Debra P. Hymovich, Gloria A. Hagopian

Saunders, c1992

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Includes bibliographical references and index

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A nursing model for analyzing the impact of chronic conditions on the patient, the family, the community and society, which offers a systematic approach for psychosocial assessment and intervention. The book takes ideas from a range of research and provides a perspective on chronic illness throughout a lifespan. Through case studies and a detailed and comprehensive nursing model, it provides innovative approaches for the hospital and community-based nurse. Special features include a current review literature specific to chronicity, diagrams and charts, and chapters on time, copying, orientation to life and stressors.

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