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Delirium is a common condition among hospital inpatients and people in long-term care settings. It is an acute confusional state associated with poor outcomes.
<p>Outbreaks of infection are managed by specialist practitioners in public health and infection control.
Victims of domestic violence have increased contact with healthcare services, but may not always be identified as experiencing abuse
<p>This article explores the skills needed for effective communication with people who have dementia.
<p>This article discusses long-term urethral catheterisation, focusing on the relevant anatomy and physiology, indications for the procedure, catheter selection and cathet
This article discusses long-term urethral catheterisation, focusing on the relevant anatomy and physiology, indications for the proc
<p>This article explores the innovative, responsive and collaborative development of a neonatal route through the pre-registration nursing programme at the University of W
This article focuses on the diagnosis, risk assessment and management of patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
Faecal incontinence is common in acutely ill patients, and has many predisposing factors.
Cancer cachexia is a progressive wasting syndrome characterised by loss of both adipose tissue and lean body mass.
Mental health problems are common in older people admitted to general hospitals.
<p>The UK has a rapidly ageing population with increased healthcare needs.
<p>Meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a major infection prevention and control challenge globally. In the UK, the occurrence of MRSA has fuelled public concern about hospital safety and had a major effect on health policy.
This article focuses on the risk factors, diagnosis and management of patients with chronic hepatitis C virus infection. It describes treatment options and the role of the nurse in caring for patients who are undergoing therapy.
This article explores the evidence surrounding management strategies aimed at addressing the obesity crisis in the UK. Issues concerned with the delivery of dietary advice and the promotion of weight loss are discussed.
Concordance with therapy is essential in maintaining quality of life for individuals who have human immunodeficiency virus.
A permanent cardiac pacemaker is an implantable device that maintains the patient’s heart rate by electrically stimulating the heart muscle when the natural regulating mechanisms fail.
<p>Stem cell transplantation (SCT) may be a treatment option for patients who have been diagnosed with a haemato-oncological condition, such as leukaemia, lymphoma or multiple myeloma. SCT is a complex and challenging treatment.
