ROLE OF NURSES IN THE PROVIDING OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TO PATIENTS WITH ARTERIAL HYPERTENSION
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.11603/bmbr.2706-6290.2019.1.10518Keywords:
arterial hypertension, nurse, primary health careAbstract
The aim of the work. To develop standardized functions for the provision of medical care by a nurse in the office of a family doctor or therapist for patients with hypertension.
Materials and Methods. At the present stage of the reform of the medical sector, the primary role in the fight against hypertension is given to the primary health care (PHC) unit. It is known that the effectiveness of its work depends on a clear and coordinated team interaction between the family doctor (primary care physician) and the nurse. The modern nurse of the PHC outpatient clinic is actively involved in all stages of the organization of medical care for patients with hypertension, in particular participates in the diagnosis of hypertension, the medical process, carries out primary prevention of hypertension and conducts dispensary supervision of patients with hypertension.
Results and Discussion. This article demonstrates the advantages of nursing care for patients with hypertension together with a doctor. The standard of nursing care for patients with hypertension is proposed.
Conclusions. The effectiveness of the primary health care depends on the team interaction between the family doctor and the nurse. The modern nurse has active participation in all stages of the organization of medical care for patients with hypertension. The development of standardized functions for the provision of medical care for patients with hypertension nurse contributes to improving the quality of care for patients with hypertension.
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