Abstract
The impact of having a leg ulcer is well-documented in terms of the pain, restrictions and psychosocial difficulties that patients experience. However, the current focus on quality of life as a patient reported outcome measure overlooks the importance of the individual's well-being. In this article, we argue that a shift in focus from quality of life to well-being will contribute to the more proactive patient centred approach to care to which we should all aspire in contemporary care settings.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 14-17 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Wound Care |
Volume | 23 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2014 |