RCN launches HIV-associated facial lipoatrophy publication

Published: 22 June 2009

The RCN has launched new guidance on HIV-associated facial lipoatrophy.

RCN competences: an integrated career and competence framework for nurses working with HIV-associated lipoatrophy in adults aims to provide a framework for nurses working in HIV-related medical aesthetics and can be used as a template to guide clinical practice.

Nurses play an essential role in this field. They administer corrective treatment and assist patients in dealing with the psychosocial effects of facial lipoatrophy.

Read RCN competences: an integrated career and competence framework for nurses working with HIV-associated lipoatrophy in adults (PDF 1.1MB) [see how to access PDF files].