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Thrombi, commonly known as clots, form in blood vessels due to pathophysiological activation of haemostatic pathways. Picture: iStock
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Do you know your anticoagulant from your antiplatelet medications?

How antithrombotic drugs work – and why we shouldn’t call them blood thinners

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Bed rails assessment: an older patient lying on their side on a hospital bed holds on to a bed rail 
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Falls risk and prevention: how to carry out a bed rails assessment

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Six reflective exercises to help improve your communication skills

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National Children’s Nurses’ Day on 30 June, organised by the Association of British Paediatric Nurses, is an annual day dedicated solely to the profession Picture: iStock
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Celebrate National Children’s Nurses’ Day

Now is the time to mark our achievements despite unprecedented NHS pressures

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How can I deliver bedside handovers without breaching patient confidentiality?  

Bedside handovers may be daunting but they improve safety and shared decision-making

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NHS staff in Scotland to get bank holiday to mark team’s return to World Cup finals

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Hearing and acting on feedback: how to use it to build your skills and confidence

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What is a clinical trial and can I take part in one? A quick guide for beginners

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Art of listening: how to understand what someone is really telling you

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Microaggressions in nursing: young nurse and non-uniform colleague in a serious discussion
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Microaggressions on clinical placement: how do I spot them and when do I challenge them?

Tips on identifying and dealing with the often subtle signs of prejudice and disrespect 
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How to write a nursing care plan – where to start as a student

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Ethical dilemmas: is it ever okay to give medication without patient consent?

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Ethical dilemmas: what should I do if a patient refuses care or treatment?

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Nervous about venepuncture? How to safely obtain blood samples

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Success as a nursing student: a nursing student on clinical placement is supervised by a nurse while she completes paperwork on a ward
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6 tips for success in your degree: from taking feedback to not fearing failure

Advice on how to give yourself the best chance of fulfilling your potential 
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