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<p>Many nurses working in the primary and secondary sectors will care for patients who have sustained fractures.
<p> Aim To assess the validity and inter-rater reliability of two tools, Venous Assessment Tool (VAT) and Deciding on Intra Venous Access (DIVA), using thematic analysis o
<p>Most nurses are familiar with testing urine and many do so daily. The urine dipstick can reveal many abnormalities.
<p>Early identification of clinical deterioration in hospitalised patients is important to prevent subsequent cardiopulmonary arrest and reduce mortality.
Aim To assess the validity and inter-rater reliability of two tools, Venous Assessment Tool (VAT) and Deciding on IntraVenous Access (DIVA), us
This article outlines how Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, a mental health and learning disability trust, implem
Reliable and sustained venous access is imperative for the successful treatment of patients with malignant disease.
This article reviews the literature relating to domestic violence against men and examines some of the reasons why men are reluctant
This article aims to increase awareness of the lack of first aid skills among nurses and midwives.
This article investigates the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in people living with human immunodeficiency virus
Aims To explore and evaluate the experience of the ‘Arts for Life’ project among patients or residents with terminal illness in nursing homes a
Patient rehabilitation following lower limb amputation is essential to provide optimum patient outcomes and to improve the amputee’s
A high body weight on conception and during pregnancy can have health implications for both the mother and child.
Anaemia and iron deficiency are prevalent in the Western and developing world. They have implications for quality of life, prognosis and survival in a number of clinical settings.
This article highlights the need for mental health nurses to take a proactive role in the identification and prevention of metabolic syndrome to improve quality of life for patients with schizophrenia.
This article presents the results of a survey of patients’ and carers’ views about a community matron service in England.
This article explores approaches to the perioperative care of pregnant women.
This article discusses the indications for digital rectal examination (DRE) in adults. The procedure for DRE is outlined and an overview of the potential findings from performing this test is provided.
