Clinical

<p>Students may often feel confused about what is expected of their work at different academic levels.

05 Sep 2007

<p>Using an inhaler device correctly is essential to ensure that patients receive maximum benefit from their prescribed medication.

05 Sep 2007

<p>Perineal wounds are common and occur spontaneously during labour.

05 Sep 2007

<p>Effective pre-operative assessment improves patient outcomes by ensuring that individuals are adequately prepared for anaesthesia, surgery and the post-operative period

29 Aug 2007

<p>Nurses are integral to the blood transfusion process.

29 Aug 2007

<p>This article aims to update nurses who are experienced in obtaining cervical samples and stimulate interest in health professionals who wish to undertake the procedure

28 Aug 2007

<p>This article discusses certain variables relating to the characteristics of people who assault nurses, including patients, relatives and friends.

22 Aug 2007

<p>Multi-centred research studies provide an evidence base to guide nursing practice.

15 Aug 2007

<p>Drains are a common feature of the post-operative management of surgical patients.

15 Aug 2007

<p>This article outlines the principles of respiratory assessment.

15 Aug 2007

<p>Aim To administer the Smith Intuition Instrument to a sample of registered nurses to clarify its factors and test convergent validity.</p> <p>Methods The Sm

01 Aug 2007

<p>It is essential that nurses recognise the consequences of patients acquiring a healthcare-associated infection (HCAI).

01 Aug 2007

<p>The intrauterine device or system is a safe and effective method of contraception. This article provides a practical, step-by-step guide on how to fit these devices and the advice that needs to be offered to women choosing this method.

01 Aug 2007

<p>This is a reflective account of an ethical dilemma encountered while on placement on a cardiology ward. Reflection is a process which allows practitioners to reveal and expose thoughts, behaviours and feelings that are present at a particular time.

25 Jul 2007

<p>Healthcare delivery is associated with various risks and it is unlikely that these can ever be completely eliminated. Medicine management is an area known to involve errors.

25 Jul 2007

<p>The measurement and management of cholesterol levels are essential to reduce the risk of developing heart disease. Nursing staff play a key role in the detection and treatment of high cholesterol levels and the promotion of good nutritional health.

25 Jul 2007

<p>Aim Nurses should be able to demonstrate the effectiveness of their practice. One method of measuring the effectiveness of nursing is to determine how nurses improve a patient’s quality of life.

24 Jul 2007

Aim Nurses should be able to demonstrate the effectiveness of their practice. One method of measuring the effectiveness of nursing is to determine how nurses improve a patient’s quality of life.

18 Jul 2007

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