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Sepsis in children: how to spot the signs and take immediate action
Children often present with atypical symptoms, delaying treatment
13 Sep 2021
Remote working: how to use communication skills to improve team cohesion and well-being
Some systems set up to keep in touch during the pandemic are here to stay
03 Sep 2021
Health visitor diaries: harrowing disclosures and safeguarding
Two health visitors share their accounts of a challenging and rewarding day
01 Sep 2021
How to survive night shifts: advice on protecting your health and well-being
Sleep expert Steven Lockley’s tips to help you establish good routines around night shifts
31 Aug 2021
Urosepsis: what to look for when treating a patient with a UTI
One in four sepsis cases are linked to urinary tract infection, so awareness is vital
23 Aug 2021
Catheters and urinary tract infections: how to reduce the risk
Nurses have a crucial role in catheter management and preventing infections
20 Aug 2021
Shame, stigma and not making a fuss – why nurses fear seeking help when at rock bottom
Nurse suicide attempts rose during the pandemic. Help for you or a colleague
16 Aug 2021
The Sepsis Six tool: what it is and how to use it to assess a deteriorating patient
Implementing the infection control steps to improve outcomes and save lives
06 Aug 2021
When patients don’t take their medication: how to tackle non-adherence
What you can do to help reduce medicines wastage and improve patients’ health
02 Aug 2021
Back pain: how to combat it if you have it, and prevent it if you don’t
The right equipment, exercise and work culture can help you avoid what might seem inevitable
26 Jul 2021
How to delegate – and how not to: tips on team working and leadership
Delegation develops staff skills and confidence. Here’s what you need to know to do it well
23 Jul 2021
How to detect malnutrition and provide support for people in the community
Advice on using screening tools, the Food First approach and the impact of COVID-19
19 Jul 2021
Why are pay and conditions different for non-NHS nurses?
Pay varies widely in other settings, but calls for standardisation may not be welcomed by all
09 Jul 2021
Type 2 diabetes remission: how to help patients lose weight and eliminate medication use
The DiRECT trial has shown the benefits of rapid weight loss
02 Jul 2021
Hydration at work: how is your employer helping staff cope with long, hot shifts in PPE?
The pandemic has compounded long-standing problems of inadequate breaks and dehydration
25 Jun 2021
What happens now: the state of nursing after the COVID-19 pandemic
Six nurse leaders discuss how the past 18 months have affected their workplaces
04 Jun 2021
Maths anxiety: how to conquer your fears and calculate with confidence
Reduce your risk of medications errors by becoming comfortable with numbers
01 Jun 2021
COVID-19 and children: should there be a vaccine roll out and are school nurses key?
Vaccinating children could help protect vulnerable people but doubts remain over its priority
28 May 2021
