1. Demonstrate an understanding of what it means to be ‘patient centred’ when helping to support patient self- management for OA. |
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of different communication styles between the nurse & the patient on enabling patients to have an active role in self-management for OA. |
3. Demonstrate an understanding of different perspectives of self-management for OA including clinical, psychological, policy & social perspectives. |
4. Demonstrate expertise in supporting the patient through the process of goal setting. |
5. Demonstrate an understanding of the physical, psychological & social impact of OA. |
6. Demonstrate an understanding of pharmacological & non- pharmacological methods of pain management. |
7. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of information, exercise and weight management in the management of OA. |