A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
CPD articles
Fluid requirements differ between infants and
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Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare, genetic disorder of the m
Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) is a rare, ge
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In April 2016 the Nursing and Midwifery Council introduced revalidati
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In April 2016 the Nursin
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Serious bacterial and viral infections occurring in early infancy are
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This is part 2 of an article exploring the endocrinopathies associate
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This article explores endocrinopathies associated with late effects o
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This is the second of two articles which aim to provide children’s nu
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This is the first of two articles that aim to provide children’s nurs
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Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) is a long-term condition, therefore c
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The management of growth hormone deficiency is long term.
There are some children and young people who will need specialist management for vitamin D deficiency in paediatric endocrine services.
Children and young people referred to paediatric endocrinology services present with a wide range of illnesses and disorders varying from minor to life-threatening conditions.
Adrenal insufficiency is an endocrine condition defined as the inadequate production or action of glucocorticoids, principally a steroid hormone called cortisol.
This is the first of a series of continuing professional development articles that provide insight into the sphere of practice of paediatric endocrinology nurse specialists.
It is imperative that nurses caring for children, young people and their families develop and maintain effective, trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationships that sit within the scope of professional boundaries.
This article uses the (A) Airway, (B) Breathing and, (C) Circulation structured approach to the assessment of a sick child to provide an overview of the equipment used in resuscitation attempts involving children.
