CPD articles

Although contraception is freely available, many women fail to use it effectively and some health professionals remain unaware of the full range of methods.

01 May 2009

Although dignity has been written about extensively, there is still an opportunity to explore the translation of the concept into community-based nursing ca

01 Apr 2009

Recent UK government guidelines set out the direction in which children’s palliative care services should be moving.

10 Mar 2009

Nutrition in infancy and childhood is of paramount importance if children are to become healthy adults.

10 Feb 2009

An evaluation of lung function is an essential part of the diagnosis and management of respiratory disease but spirometry was, until

05 Dec 2008

The introduction into the national immunisation schedule of the HPV vaccine will affect the workload of school nurses and practition

13 Nov 2008

Atopic eczema can have a significant negative impact on the quality of life of the children affected, parents and carers.

13 Oct 2008

An influenza pandemic can have many negative effects on a society, and nurses are at the frontline of treatment.

14 Sep 2008

Cardivascular disease risk in women increases four fold over the ten years from onset of menopause so it is a key time when cardiova

24 Jul 2008

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is an important, long-term condition that places burdens on patients, carers and the he

01 Jun 2008

Superficial wounds usually result from trauma and can be extremely painful.

01 May 2008

There is mounting evidence that the earth is warming and that the actions of humans are responsible.

01 Apr 2008

For a variety of reasons, some wounds take longer than anticipated to heal, or do not heal at all.

01 Mar 2008

Breastmilk is the ideal food for healthy growth and development of infants and young children but there are challenges in protecting, promoting and supporting breastfeeding. This article examines these challenges from a global perspective.

01 Feb 2008

The last 20 years have seen rapid advances in materials used to manage wounds. These have been accompanied by an extensive research-base advocating the use of new wound management products.

01 Nov 2007

Nurses who encounter a road traffic accident or a person who has collapsed in the community often feel ill-prepared to assist.

01 Oct 2007

This article sets out the best practice when vaccinating children of all ages. It covers preparation and care of children, clinical procedures and practical aspects of immunisation

01 Sep 2007

There have been many recent developments in the care and management of patients with chronic kidney disease that health professionals working in primary care need to be aware of as this article shows.

01 Jul 2007

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