Challenges faced by nurses engaged in rheumatology care in Japan.

Objectives: This study aimed to identify the challenges faced by nurses engaged in rheumatology care in Japan.

Methods: We conducted a questionnaire survey of nurses in Japan in 2020 on challenges experienced in rheumatology care. The participants were nurses certified by the Japan Rheumatism Foundation.

Psychological support and patient-centered care for patients with rheumatoid arthritis: Nurses' opinions and practice in Japan.

Aim: To investigate nurses' opinions and practices regarding psychological support and patient-centered care (PCC) for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Method: Registered nurses engaged in rheumatic care in Japan were asked to complete the questionnaire regarding nurses' perceived necessity, understanding, and implementation of psychological support, and six patient supports related to PCC, using a seven-point Likert scale. Correlation on practice between psychological support and PCC was evaluated.

Efficacy of a self-management education program for people with type 2 diabetes: results of a 12 month trial.

Aim: Patient education that enhances one's self-management ability is of utmost importance for improving patient outcomes in chronic diseases. We developed a 12 month self-management education program for type 2 diabetes, based on a previous 6 month program, and examined its efficacy.

Methods: A randomized controlled trial was carried out on outpatients with type 2 diabetes from two hospitals who met the criteria and gave consent to participate.