Managing patients with multiple sclerosis: a complex neurological disease

Course
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Discover how to manage patients with a complex neurological condition such as multiple sclerosis. This module focuses on self-management and drug therapy including oral disease-modifying therapies.
Who is this resource for?
Explains what the component is for
This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.
Course information
This module aims to improve nurses' knowledge of the management of multiple sclerosis (MS), a complex neurological condition.Don't forget that you do not have to complete our two-hour learning modules all in one go. Tailor your learning to fit into your busy schedule by undertaking one or two sections at a time. You can stop and save your learning at any point and pick up where you left off when you return. Learning aims and intended outcomes Explain the pathophysiology of MS Discuss the signs, symptoms and management of MS Describe the treatment options available Promote self-management of the condition and multidisciplinary workingDisclaimer Please note that information provided by RCNi Learning is not sufficient to ensure competence in the skill. Assessment of competence should take place in line with local practice. Practice should always align with local protocols and procedures, latest guidelines and any regulatory code. All modules should currently be viewed together with available national and local Covid-19 guidelines. For advice, go to www.rcn.org.uk/covid-19