Establishing an inflammatory bowel disease service
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Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an umbrella term for the chronic conditions ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, which can be managed by different approaches through physiological, psychological and sociological adjustments for the individual. An IBD specialist nurse assumes responsibility for the coordination of haematological monitoring, counsels and educates patients regarding the rationale for therapy, potential side-effects and necessity of on-going monitoring.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Understanding inflammatory bowel disease in children
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The inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in children is a collective term used to describe Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and indeterminate colitis, the various conditions that ultimately lead to inflammation of the intestinal tract. It is suggested that families of children suffering from the disease should be given proper education and knowledge, so that they can actively participate in the care and therapy program for a better treatment of the patients.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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Improving care of patients with inflammatory bowel disease
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Patients with inflammatory bowel disease can be treated and managed well by understanding their physical symptoms and the psychological impact of the disease on them. This is a life-long chronic condition, which is characterized by periods of exacerbation and remission, and it causes inflammation of the mucosa and the submucosa of the colon.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2005
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