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. 2023 Aug 1;48(8):38-47.
doi: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000000000000083.

Multiple sclerosis: Implications for the primary care NP

Jocelyn McGuire, Carole Muto, Christine Marcello

Multiple sclerosis: Implications for the primary care NP

Jocelyn McGuire et al. Nurse Pract. .

Abstract

Multiple sclerosis is a demyelinating disease of the central nervous system. It contributes to a variety of symptoms affecting different areas of the body. The primary care NP must be familiar with the disease, therapies, and social impact to provide proper care to affected patients.

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