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For Ashley: A Plan of Care for her Chronic Illness Illustrated in a Blog
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This past summer, I met a young lady named Ashley (name has been changed) who has been diagnosed with chronic Lyme disease. Upon researching this condition in greater detail, I learned that many medical providers who base their practice on the best evidence do not support treating patients for a chronic Lyme infection, the existence of which has not been substantially supported with research. I inquired about the process that led her to seek treatment for chronic Lyme disease at Jemsek Specialty Clinic. I learned that after many inaccurate diagnoses and years of unhelpful treatments, Ashley finally rejected the help offered by traditional medical doctors because she felt they were uncaring and inattentive, and went somewhere she felt heard. What she deserved, however, was both care that was based in scientific research and care that felt compassionate, as has been promoted by the nursing field. Despite the lack of a confirmed medical diagnosis, Ashley's day to day symptoms and struggles could be addressed with nursing care. I then constructed a nursing care plan to be implemented by Ashley's family and friends to help her feel her best and live a fulfilling life despite chronic disease. Patients should not have to choose between a healthcare provider who utilizes the strongest scientific evidence and one they feel understands them, though many do. Nursing can unite these mindsets by alleviating the daily challenges patients face. Please see the website http://careplanforashley.blogspot.com
Date Created
2014-05
Contributors
- Knochel, Amanda Marie (Author)
- Panchmatia, Bella (Thesis director)
- Mishark, Kenneth (Committee member)
- Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor)
- Arizona State University. College of Nursing & Healthcare Innovation (Contributor)
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22 pages
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Academic Year 2013-2014
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https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.I.23417
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