Clinical

This article describes how unregistered practitioners, such as healthcare assistants and community-based mental health workers, can contribute to the learni

17 Dec 2014

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

10 Dec 2014

Human beings are error prone.

10 Dec 2014

Clinical research nurses (CRNs) have a vital role in the conduct and governance of clinical trials.

03 Dec 2014

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

03 Dec 2014

This article explores issues surrounding the supply of emergency contraception to adolescents to reduce the risk of unintended pregnancy.

26 Nov 2014

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.

26 Nov 2014

This article is the fourth in a series of seven articles relating to the implementation of Leading Better Care (LBC).

19 Nov 2014

Most nurses are involved in medicines management, which is integral to promoting patient safety.

19 Nov 2014

The number of platelet transfusions has risen steadily over the past five years.

12 Nov 2014

This is the third article in a series of seven articles on an initiative in NHS Lanarkshire.

12 Nov 2014

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

05 Nov 2014

Informed consent is fundamental to the protection of the rights, safety and wellbeing of patients in clinical research.

05 Nov 2014

People with learning disabilities have poorer health than their non-disabled peers, and are less likely to access screening services than the general population.

29 Oct 2014

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.

29 Oct 2014

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.

22 Oct 2014

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.

22 Oct 2014

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.

22 Oct 2014

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