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CPD articles
Oral cancer occurs in a range of anatomical sites within the oral cavity and pharynx.
<p>On the ward where I work, I care for patients who have long-term conditions or are hospitalised for a prolonged period.
<p>The CPD article was of particular interest to me because I care for patients with dementia and one of my parents has been diagnosed with the condition.</p>
Depression is a common mental health disorder.
<p>This CPD article improved my knowledge and understanding of portal hypertension and has given me the confidence to discuss the topic with patients.</p>
Intravenous therapy is available in a variety of settings and for patients of all ages.
<p>Care of older people is not always of a high standard and dignity may not be respected by healthcare staff.</p>
A tachyarrhythmia is defined as a heart rate greater than 100 beats per minute in conjunction with abnormal cardiac conduction.
The assessment of suicidal intent in first-contact settings, including the emergency department, can be challenging.
<p>Mental and physical health are intrinsically linked to a person’s ability to maintain good physical health determined, in part, by his or her mental wellbeing.
<p>As a nurse and supervisor of an acute surgical ward, I found the CPD article interesting because it identified ways to monitor staff performance continually.
Pressure ulcers are associated with reduced quality of life, affecting individuals physically, socially and emotionally.
Addressing cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a priority for all involved in health promotion. Identifying those at risk and implementing strategies to reduce the incidence of CVD are important issues for government and healthcare providers.
<p>In my work on an elective and emergency surgical ward, patients with dementia are regularly admitted and cared for. After reading the article, I am fully aware of what is required to achieve best practice in the care of patients with dementia.</p>
<p>Dengue fever is a notifiable infectious disease in England because of its geographic expansion and the increase in the number of epidemics.
Continence in women during pregnancy and following childbirth is an important issue that needs to be managed appropriately. Urinary and bowel problems can have numerous negative physical and psychological consequences, and women may be too embarrassed to seek help.
<p>Annual appraisals are part of performance management and are designed to motivate, develop and support employees in performing their roles to the highest possible standard.
Annual appraisals are an important part of workforce management and staff development. To improve the appraisal process, the professional interests of the practitioner and objectives of the organisation need to be aligned.
