RCN says flat rate does not ‘accurately reflect the level of responsibility expected of staff’
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This information on best practice examines the evidence on effective interventions for use with undernourished older patients in hos
This article, part of Nursing Standards clinical skills series, discusses the ‘look, listen and feel’ approach to r
Molluscum contagiosum is a virus that causes characteristic pearly lesions on the surface of the skin.
This article describes the correct use and length of graduated elastic compression stockings to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) i
The setting up and priming of an intravenous infusion is a common nursing procedure.
Aim To identify the number and types of errors made by assistant and technical nurses when administering intravenous (
This article explores some of the issues related to setting up and maintaining virtual collaborations in healthcare research.
Medications that are given via the rectal route are prescribed for a variety of reasons and have either a local or systemic effect.
This article provides an overview of alcoholic dilated cardiomyopathy.
Cardioversion is a procedure used to convert a tachyarrhythmia to normal sinus rhythm by applying a synchronised electric shock.
Aim To understand clinical practice benchmarking from the perspective of nurses working in a large acute NHS trust and
Drug calculations are an essential skill for nurses.
This review of the literature found that perceived lack of time is the main barrier to evidence-based practice for nurses. A lack of information technology skills and access affects nurses’ use of research evidence.
The role of mathematics is integral to nursing practice, and careful and accurate calculations are important to help prevent medication errors. This two-part article examines different methods for solving drug calculation problems.
This article outlines the importance of good nutrition in adults and children.
Aim To identify health professionals’ perceptions of their role working in the emergency department (ED) in managing and preventing intimate partner violence in Kenya.
Modernisation of mental health services has been a government priority in recent years with new legislation, increased funding and investment and service reforms.
Oxygen is a chemical element making up approximately 21% of the atmosphere. It is essential in enabling the body to carry out the metabolic processes required to sustain life.
