RCN says flat rate does not ‘accurately reflect the level of responsibility expected of staff’
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Patients who require resuscitation often have airway obstruction, usually secondary to loss of consciousness, however, sometimes air
This article examines how to manage patients who are nil by mouth (NBM) and maintain optimal nutritional status.
This article presents a brief history of national and regional changes in pre-registration nurse education together with an overview
This article defines pain and discusses options for pain assessment.
The administration of intramuscular (IM) injections is an important part of medication management and a common nursing intervention
Lymphoedema is an incurable, progressive condition causing pain, psychological distress and mobility difficulties.
There are major differences in the way acute and chronic wounds heal.
Nurses are increasingly involved in research, particularly qualitative research.
Bedmaking is a key nursing skill that is essential for the promotion of patient comfort, hygiene and wellbeing.
Aim To examine the delegation of medication administration, including the frequency of delegation, whether delegation w
This information on best practice discusses the evidence for the removal of short-term indwelling urethral catheters.
This article discusses the need for lumbar puncture, preparation of the patient and equipment necessary for this procedure.
This article outlines the procedure for administering subcutaneous injections, including site selection and prevention of complications.
This article aims to increase nurses’ knowledge of the safe administration of oxygen therapy in acute care.
Aim To measure competence, self-reported competence and self-efficacy; explore any differences between cohorts and student entry criteria; and explore the relationship between competence, self-reported competence, support and self-efficacy.
External (transcutaneous) pacing is a temporary means of pacing a patient’s heart during an emergency. Pulses of electrical current are delivered through the patient’s chest to stimulate the cardiac muscle to contract.
This article examines some of the financial problems faced by nursing students in higher education and outlines current debates among politicians and educational institutions.
This article describes a training programme for people simulating the role of a patient with aphasia.
