Reflective accounts

Medication errors are one of the most common causes of preventable harm to patients, and result in a financial burden on the NHS.

27 Apr 2016

I read the article because my father had diabetes and underwent amputation.

20 Apr 2016

My nursing experience is in acute care.

13 Apr 2016

After reading the article, I am aware of the effects of osteoarthritis on a patient’s quality of life.

06 Apr 2016

After reading the article, I have gained an increased understanding of how to identify the signs and symptoms of constipation in adul

30 Mar 2016

As a staff nurse on a surgical step-down unit, I care for patients with surgical needs who require monitoring.

23 Mar 2016

The article on intramuscular injection technique served as a reminder of safe injection practice.

16 Mar 2016

As a newly qualified nurse, I am aware of what is expected of me with regard to revalidation as part of the Nursing and Midwifery Cou

09 Mar 2016

I read the CPD article because of my role as a staffnurse on a new acute medical ward for older people.

02 Mar 2016

Spirituality is an important aspect of holistic care. However, it is often overlooked.

24 Feb 2016

Many adults with diabetes experience complications as a result of sub-optimal management of the disease.

17 Feb 2016

As a staff nurse in a rehabilitation unit, I have been involved in patient care initiatives using the 6Cs of nursing: care, compassio

10 Feb 2016

The CPD article provided information on encephalitis and focused on prioritising people and addressing the needs of the patient, their family and carers.

03 Feb 2016

It was interesting to read the CPD article on rounding, which involves regularly checking on patients throughout the day.

27 Jan 2016

Many people aged over 65 in acute hospitals have dementia. When older people are ill, they are at increased risk of malnourishment because of reduced appetite.

20 Jan 2016

Patient-centred care is a phrase often used by nurses, but it is not always easy to achieve in spite of its proven benefits to patients and staff.

13 Jan 2016

This CPD article on limb amputation described pre and post-operative procedures and associated complications.

06 Jan 2016

As a general nurse, I wanted to gain an understanding of the purpose of the Nursing and Midwifery Council’s revalidation, what it entails and what would be expected from me during the process.

16 Dec 2015

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