Drug Therapy in Rheumatology Nursing
Chapter One
Rheumatological Conditions
JANET CUSHNAGHAN AND JACKIE McDOWELL
Learning objectives
After reading this chapter you should be able to:
Discuss the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal system in health and
illness.
Describe the process of inflammation and the immune response.
Develop an understanding of the rheumatic diseases where drug therapy is
required.
Discuss the effects of rheumatic disease on physical, psychological and social
well-being.
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The primary objective of this book is to provide the nurse with the knowledge
and subsequent understanding of the role drug therapy plays in the management of
rheumatological conditions. It is essential therefore that nurses must have a good
knowledge and understanding of rheumatological conditions themselves.
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