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Working With Medical And Psychological Illness: A Phenomenological Exploration Of Nurses' Experiences In Treating Eating Disorders, Diana Levas-Luckman
Working With Medical And Psychological Illness: A Phenomenological Exploration Of Nurses' Experiences In Treating Eating Disorders, Diana Levas-Luckman
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Eating disorders (EDs) have become an epidemic within the United States, with medical and psychological consequences that can be lethal. Treatment for these diseases is complex and demanding, requiring an integrated treatment approach by a multidisciplinary team in which nurses play an integral role. Research has demonstrated a wide array of both positive and negative experiences among nurses in traditional medical and mental health settings. Though researchers have assessed nurses' subjective experiences in treating EDs, the literature neglects to focus upon the broader experiences of nurses, including perceived benefits and challenges, in treating both adult and adolescent ED patients. The …