Includes bibliographical references and index.

Foreword / Amy Perrin Ross -- Preface / Jack S. Burks -- 1. An Overview of Multiple Sclerosis: Implications for Nursing Practice / June Halper and Nancy J. Holland -- 2. Theoretical Concepts, Current Research, and Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis / Stephen C. Reingold -- 3. Symptom Management in Multiple Sclerosis / Randall T. Schapiro and Diana M. Schneider -- 4. Management of Elimination Dysfunction / Marie A. Namey -- 5. Prevention of Complications in the Severely Disabled / Phyllis Wiesel-Levison and June Halper -- 6. Psychosocial Issues in Multiple Sclerosis / Nicholas G. LaRocca and Rosalind C. Kalb -- 7. Sexuality and Family Planning / Rosalind C. Kalb and Nicholas G. LaRocca -- 8. Women's Issues in Multiple Sclerosis / June Halper -- 9. Interfacing with Rehabilitation Services / Frances Francabandera and Patricia M. Kennedy -- 10. Disease Modifying Agents and Nursing Implications / June Halper -- 11. Alternative Therapies / June Halper -- 12. Patient and Family Education / Nancy J. Holland -- 13. Advocacy / Gail B. Price -- 14. Hope as a Unifying Concept / Linda A. Morgante -- App. B. Medications Commonly Used in Multiple Sclerosis.