Health visitors in south Wales set to strike after NHS employer ignores job evaluation appeal
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This article describes how unregistered practitioners, such as healthcare assistants and community-based mental health workers, can contribute to the learni
The seventh and final article in the series on Leading Better Care explores some of the challenges in clinical practice relating to the use of data and maki
Human beings are error prone.
Clinical research nurses (CRNs) have a vital role in the conduct and governance of clinical trials.
This article is the sixth in a series of seven describing the journey within NHS Lanarkshire in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland to s
This article explores issues surrounding the supply of emergency contraception to adolescents to reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy.
This article the fifth in a series of seven, describes the measures taken by one health board in Scotland to enhance nursing and midwifery leadership.
This article is the fourth in a series of seven articles relating to the implementation of Leading Better Care (LBC).
Most nurses are involved in medicines management, which is integral to promoting patient safety.
The number of platelet transfusions has risen steadily over the past five years.
This is the third article in a series of seven articles on an initiative in NHS Lanarkshire.
This article, the second in a series of articles on Leading Better Care, describes the actions undertaken in recent years in NHS Lanarkshire to improve sele
Informed consent is fundamental to the protection of the rights, safety and wellbeing of patients in clinical research.
People with learning disabilities have poorer health than their non-disabled peers, and are less likely to access screening services than the general population.
This article is the first in a series of seven articles on an initiative undertaken in NHS Lanarkshire where a creative partnership with the University of the West of Scotland established a shared commitment to developing nursing and midwifery leadership.
Rhinitis, a condition involving inflammation and irritation of the nasal membranes, is a common condition that can be allergic or non-allergic in origin. Pre-existing rhinitis can worsen during pregnancy, and new rhinitis can occur.
Pressure ulcers represent a considerable cost, both in terms of healthcare spending and quality of life. They are increasingly viewed in terms of patient harm.
Wound exudate presents several challenges for patients and nurses. The description of exudate volume, colour and viscosity varies greatly, often depending on the personal preference of the nurse.
