The late effects of poliomyelitis: nursing interventions for a unique patient population
Habel, M.; Strong, P.
Medsurg Nursing Official Journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses 5(2) 77-84; Quiz: 85-86
1996
ISSN/ISBN: 1092-0811 PMID: 8704791 Document Number: 462102
Over half a million Americans who had paralytic poliomyelitis as children or young adults are at risk for experiencing the unexpected late effects of post-poliomyelitis syndrome (PPS). When hospitalized or treated for a variety of conditions requiring medical or surgical interventions, these individuals present challenges which include life-threatening complications.