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Obtaining a clear background history is essential, particularly in the presence of confusion, falls or social-related concerns. Picture shows a nurse speaking to an older woman lying in a hospital bed and an older relative holding their hand
Ascertaining patients’ background, an overlooked skill, supports diagnosis and management
19 Nov 2025
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wo older women doing stretch exercises in a park. A study found that nursing home residents who did not engage in physical activities had a five-fold increased risk of declining mobility
Initiatives aim to enhance health and quality of life, with nursing staff playing a key role
23 Apr 2025
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Signs and symptoms and what to consider when assessing a patient for early-stage dementia
28 Aug 2024
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An older woman celebrates a walking football victory with her two male teammates (one of whom is holding a football): activities like this can be an important part of healthy ageing
Awareness of the components can help with healthy ageing and reduce NHS pressures
26 Jun 2024
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An older man lies in a hospital bed while a specialist nurse records data and assesses his condition
The condition is a medical emergency – but various approaches can guide its nursing care
30 Apr 2024
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An older woman in hospital sits on her bed and a nurse has brought a walking frame to encourage her to move, as this will help manage deconditioning syndrome
Nurses can encourage older people in acute hospitals to be more active
15 Nov 2023
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An older woman turns to a nurse and smiles during a falls assessment that involves holding lengths of tape fastened to wall bars
It can help you provide person-centred support for older people living with frailty
09 Aug 2023
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Illustration of diversity with the heads of a multicultural crowd of people
All health and social care staff should commit to being champions of these values at work
21 Jun 2023
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Illustration of a head in profile that is cracked and has autumn leaves tumbling out to illustrate delirium and dementia
A collateral history is crucial in distinguishing between the conditions
25 Apr 2023
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A blood pressure drop on standing is more prevalent in those with comorbidities and frailty
09 Nov 2022
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Delirium is time-critical, but can be identified with a simple bedside test
11 May 2022
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Participation enhances your career and develops new, diverse practices
16 Mar 2022
Nursing and care staff can enhance patient outcomes by expanding their research knowledge
15 Dec 2021

Advanced nurse practitioners caring for older people need to raise the role’s profile

27 Oct 2021

Nurses have a key role in the rehabilitation of people in long-term care

28 Jun 2021

Nurses can help counter the physical and cognitive decline of older people

28 Apr 2021
Frailty identification instruments improve outcomes and help plan for future needs
23 Feb 2021
Delirium is a common coronavirus symptom, and people in long-term care facilities are at risk
11 Jan 2021

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