Primary Care Nurses
Prevention & Management
Your Primary Care Nurse can help you prevent or achieve better control of:
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Asthma/COPD/Emphysema
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Chronic Pain
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Diabetes and Pre-diabetes
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High Blood Pressure
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High Cholesterol
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Quitting Smoking
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Weight Management
You can expect your nurse to:
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Provide a comprehensive health assessment including medical history, medications, labs, and present lifestyle
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Offer patient-centered care through health coaching and case management of complex, chronic conditions
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Provide ongoing follow-up care, in the clinic or by phone, to support you in reaching your goals
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Support patients with stress management and emotional concerns
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Work with your family physician and other multidisciplinary team members (dietitians, pharmacists, social workers, kinesiologists, and mental health therapists) to coordinate seamless care
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Promote, refer and coordinate community resources
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Offer basic nutrition counseling
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Assist with insulin starts and titration
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Assist your physician with complex care planning
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Coordinate hospital discharge follow-up.