Track 23: Chronic Disease in Nursing

sub-tracks of Chronic Disease in Nursing :

Diabetes Management | Hypertension Management | Asthma and COPD Management | Cardiovascular Disease Management | Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Care | Obesity Management | Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Care | Cancer Care and Symptom Management | Stroke Rehabilitation | Mental Health and Chronic Illness Management | Pain Management in Chronic Conditions | Wound Care in Chronic Disease | Telehealth for Chronic Disease Monitoring | Palliative and End-of-Life Care | Health Education and Self-Management Support.

Chronic Disease in Nurisng :

Chronic Disease in Nursing refers to the ongoing care and management of patients with long-term conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and COPD. Nurses play a vital role in monitoring, educating, and supporting these patients to improve their health, prevent complications, and maintain quality of life.

Challenges in Cronic Desease Nursing:

• Managing chronic disease comes with challenges:

  • Patient Adherence: Ensuring patients follow their care plans, including taking medications and maintaining lifestyle changes.
  • Workforce Shortages: The growing demand for nurses in chronic disease management can strain healthcare systems.
  • Complexity of Care: Chronic diseases often require complex, multi-disciplinary care, and managing multiple conditions can be overwhelming for both patients and healthcare providers.