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How to remove an endotracheal tube
Rationale and key points The decision to remove an endotracheal tube (extubation) is taken...
04 May 2016
How to perform open tracheal suction via an endotracheal tube
Rationale and key points Tracheal suction involves the removal of pulmonary secretions from...
27 Apr 2016
How to inform relatives and loved ones of a patient’s death
A step-by-step approach to informing relatives of a patient’s death
20 Apr 2016
How to care for a patient after death in hospital
Rationale and key points This article provides nurses with information about how to care for...
13 Apr 2016
How to perform transrectal ultrasound and prostate biopsy
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to support patients who require a...
06 Apr 2016
How to alleviate perineal pain following an episiotomy
Rationale and key points An episiotomy increases maternal morbidity in the postnatal period...
30 Mar 2016
How to perform a tracheostomy dressing and inner cannula change
Rationale and key points Proactive tracheostomy management increases patient safety and...
23 Mar 2016
How to manage an arterial catheter
Rationale and key points This article provides nurses with information on the safe and...
16 Mar 2016
How to suction via a tracheostomy
Rationale and key points Patients with a tracheostomy tube may be unable to cough adequately...
09 Mar 2016
How to apply vacuum-assisted closure therapy
Rationale and key points This article aims to provide an overview of the technique for...
02 Mar 2016
How to remove a pulmonary artery catheter
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to undertake the removal of...
24 Feb 2016
How to repair an episiotomy
Rationale and key points Skilful repair of an episiotomy is an important aspect of maternal...
17 Feb 2016
How to perform an episiotomy
Rationale and key points An episiotomy may be necessary to assist some women to give birth....
10 Feb 2016
How to perform irrigation of the eye
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to understand the importance of...
03 Feb 2016
How to monitor blood glucose
Rationale and key points Capillary blood glucose monitoring is an essential component of...
27 Jan 2016
How to measure blood pressure manually
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to measure blood pressure (BP)...
20 Jan 2016
How to perform first aid
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to perform first aid in a safe,...
13 Jan 2016
How to use a self-inflating bag and face mask
Rationale and key points This article aims to help nurses to open and maintain an adult’s...
06 Jan 2016
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