Books in the library
Focuses on the various aspects of chronic illness that influence both patients and their families. Demonstrates how the healthcare professional can efficiently and effectively assist the chronically ill in better managing their lives and coping with their conditions.
Uses case studies to illustrate the experiences of children, parents, siblings and extended families, as well as professionals in health and social care. These personal accounts discuss both the challenges and the rewards associated with looking after a child with complex needs.
This book is a succinct, practical, ‘how to do it’ reference for the primary care team undertaking chronic disease management according to best practice.
Online reports and statistics
- Chronic disease portalFrom the Public Health Agency of Canada
- Reports by the Health Council of Canada
- Articles on various chronic conditionsSource: Health Reports
- Seniors and the health care system: What is the impact of multiple chronic conditions?Fact sheet highlights major details of this report.
- Chronic pain in Canadian seniorsSource: Health Reports
RNAO guidelines
- Strategies to support self-management in chronic conditionsThe purpose of this guideline is to provide evidence-based recommendations for Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses across the continuum of care in self-management support. These recommendations identify strategies and interventions that enhance an individual's ability to manage their chronic health condition.
Google Books
Substantial portions of the following books are available online.
Equips nurses working in a variety of community care settings with the tools and knowledge needed for caring for the adult patient living with a chronic or disabling condition.
Focuses on the various aspects of chronic illness that influence both patients and their families.
The aim of this book is to equip the health care practitioner with the necessary knowledge and skills to manage those who live with chronic illness.
Websites
- Coping with chronic illnessSource: Medline Plus.
- Who cares? Chronic illness in AmericaResources associated with this PBS series.
Articles
- What can improve chronic disease care?Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
- The experience of living with a chronic illness during adolescenceSource: Journal of Clinical Nursing
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