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CPD articles
Most patients can benefit from nurses taking an active interest in their oral hygiene.
Nurses working with children might find themselves exposed to issues of child abuse.
Eczema is a multifactorial disease that needs a combination of therapies to improve the quality of life for those suffering its symp
<p>Ruth Sander provides guidance on the knowledge, detection skills, diplomacy and understanding required to meet the challenge of effective continence promotion.</p>
Nurses caring for people with diabetes can have an impact on the assessment and treatment of diabetic foot problems.
The classic gastrointestinal symptoms of coeliac disease are relatively well known.
This article is intended to increase the nurse’s understanding of the medical and clinical importance of type 2 diabetes.
Joseph McArdle describes the risk factors associated with oesophageal varices and the nursing contribution to the various techniques
Emergency contraception is often misunderstood by the general public and nurses alike.
In recent years there have been many advances in the management of wounds, but one area which is still neglected is pain control.
Many nurses are involved in the management of peripheral intravenous therapy.
Although the majority of adults and children with haemophilia are registered at designated specialist centres, many will come into co
The aim of this article is to increase nurses’ understanding of the ways in which the public can be involved in health service planning and development.
This article describes how nurses can use the concepts of assertiveness, power and influence to maximise their effectiveness in delivering care and bringing about change.
In this article, the authors explore the concept of quality in health care and examine in detail some of the methods currently being used to assess and improve it.
Attending meetings can be a daunting task, but with the right attitude they can be made to work for you. This article describes how to maximise their effectiveness, including advice on chairing a meeting and making a presentation.
Perioperative nursing is a complex arena that involves various roles and procedures. The authors here argue that the key to success is good multidisciplinary communication.
Older people face many problems in terms of skin care and can suffer from a number of distressing conditions.
