Practice Nurses' Views on Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Author Information
Author(s): Chew-Graham Carolyn, Dixon Rebecca, Shaw Jonathan W, Smyth Nina, Lovell Karina, Peters Sarah
Primary Institution: University of Manchester
Hypothesis
What are Practice Nurses' understanding and beliefs about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalitis and its management?
Conclusion
Practice Nurses have limited understanding of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalitis and face barriers in managing patients with this condition.
Supporting Evidence
- Practice Nurses reported limited training and knowledge about CFS/ME.
- Many nurses expressed a desire for further training to manage CFS/ME patients effectively.
- Nurses identified barriers such as negative attitudes and lack of confidence in managing psychological aspects of CFS/ME.
Takeaway
Practice Nurses don't know much about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, but they want to help patients and think they need more training to do so.
Methodology
Semi-structured interviews with 29 Practice Nurses were conducted and analyzed thematically.
Potential Biases
Some nurses held negative attitudes towards CFS/ME patients, which could affect their management.
Limitations
The study had a low response rate, and the views may not represent all practice nurses.
Participant Demographics
All participants were female registered general nurses with varied experience.
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