Guest guest Posted April 1, 2012 Report Share Posted April 1, 2012 Source: Nursing Standard Volume 26, Number 25, pp 48-56; quiz 58 Date: February 22-28, 2012 URL: http://nursingstandard.rcnpublishing.co.uk/archive/article-chronic-fatigue-syndr\ ome-or-myalgic-encephalomyelitis Chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis ----------------------------------------------------- Dianne Burns, Collette , McGough - School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Manchester. dianne.burns@... Abstract Chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a debilitating illness that affects many systems of the body, particularly the nervous and immune systems. The condition affects all age, racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. This article focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to recognise, assess, manage and support patients with CFS/ME. The principles of management and rehabilitation can be applied by nurses and other healthcare professionals irrespective of the clinical setting and context. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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