Abstract
Renal transplant offers patients freedom from dialysis, and can improve quality of life. However, the potential for this improvement can be compromised by the long-term effects of immunosuppression. Nurses have a key role in educating patients about this.
MeSH terms
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Drug Monitoring
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Humans
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Immunosuppression Therapy / adverse effects
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Immunosuppression Therapy / methods*
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Immunosuppression Therapy / nursing*
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Kidney Transplantation / immunology*
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Kidney Transplantation / nursing*
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Kidney Transplantation / psychology
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Patient Education as Topic
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Quality of Life