RESUMEN
Chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a debilitating illness that affects many systems of the body, particularly the nervous and immune systems. The condition affects all age, racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. This article focuses on the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to recognise, assess, manage and support patients with CFS/ME. The principles of management and rehabilitation can be applied by nurses and other healthcare professionals irrespective of the clinical setting and context.
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Síndrome de Fatiga Crónica/diagnóstico , Síndrome de Fatiga Crónica/terapia , Terapia Cognitivo-Conductual , Síndrome de Fatiga Crónica/enfermería , Humanos , Rol de la Enfermera , Defensa del Paciente , RelajaciónRESUMEN
This is the third Part in a series on a range of topics aimed at helping you to update your knowledge and assist you with your continuing professional development (PREP requirements). The number of hours you spend studying the material in this article should be recorded in your professional portfolio (see Study Hours panel overleaf).