Arthritis and rheumatism are the most frequently self-reported conditions in the UK, costing
the NHS 1,200 Pounds million a year (OPCS 1980). Nurses caring for patients with these …

A new edition of an established research-based text on one of the fastest growing topics in
nursing: nurses dealing with this complex subject need to be kept up to date and this book …

Patients with inflammatory arthritis such as RA can experience a range of physical,
psychological, social and/or sexual problems. The role of the nurse is to support, guide …

Many patients referred to rheumatology departments suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
RA is a chronic disease with no known cure and is characterized by remissions and …

BA(Hons), MSc, C Clin Psychol Page 1 Julian Bath BSc, MSc, is Health Psychologist; Jean
Hooper BA(Hons), MSc, C Clin Psychol is Clinical Psychologist; Mark Giles BSc, is Research …

Rheumatoid arthritis is a complex chronic inflammatory condition which has both
musculoskeletal and extra-articular effects. It is the most common inflammatory arthropathy …

Objective The contribution of rheumatology nurses to improved patient outcomes is
increasingly recognised but more research is needed about the effects of interventions. The …

An overview of rheumatoid arthritis Page 1 art & science inflammatory conditions An overview
of rheumatoid arthritis Burton S, Lloyd M (2006) An overview of rheumatoid arthritis. Nursing …

Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term condition involving inflammation of the synovial joints,
systemic features and the potential for organ involvement. Diagnosis is made based on …

Background As rheumatology nurses make substantial contributions to intensive
management programmes following 'treat to target'principles of people with rheumatoid …