Health visitors in south Wales set to strike after NHS employer ignores job evaluation appeal
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<p>This article focuses on mentorship.
<p>This article discusses vulnerable patient groups who may be at risk of being abused by family members, carers or practitioners.
<p>Nursing metrics have been used increasingly in UK health services over the past two years to measure and improve nursing performance and to aid commissioners in linking
<p>The UK has a rapidly ageing population with increasing healthcare needs.
The UK has a rapidly ageing population with increasing healthcare needs.
This article provides an overview of the treatment options available for patients diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer.
Paediatrics is an integral part of travel medicine. More children are travelling overseas to increasingly remote destinations.
<p>This article explores the issue of polypharmacy in older adults.
<p>This article provides an overview of ectopic pregnancy and describes the risk factors, diagnostic procedures and treatment options.
<p>Meticillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and the more problematic meticillin-resistant S.
Catheter-related bloodstream infection is a recognised complication associated with central venous access devices, and increases pat
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Psoriasis is a common, chronic skin condition and nurses can expect to encounter patients with psoriasis in both primary and seconda
Any surgical procedure involves risks. Thyroid surgery can cause potentially fatal complications during the early post-operative phase.
Most fungi live harmlessly in the environment, but some species can cause disease in the human host.
This article examines the symptoms and treatment of oesophageal cancer. The article focuses on the nurse’s role in post-operative care of oesophagectomy patients. Alternative treatments available when surgery is not an option are also identified.
Nebulisation is an important and common method of administering medication to patients with respiratory disease.
<p>This article provides an overview of the menopause, including symptom management with medical and non-medical treatments. The article also examines the particular needs of women undergoing early menopause.
The quality of care for people with dementia in general hospital settings has attracted widespread concern.
