A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
Expert advice
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Find out whether a flexible retirement option, such as retire and rejoin, could be for you
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Already used in many areas of nursing, it can offer patients more individualised treatment
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Practical advice on nursing care and addressing individuals’ lifestyle concerns
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So-called ‘HIT’ lists are an innovative way to tackle surgical backlogs
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Advice on expressing yourself clearly while being respectful of patients and colleagues
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Time and money-saving advice on eating and drinking well while at work
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Recognising when death is near, verifying death and providing compassionate care
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Most nurses will experience menopause and new guidance says employers have a duty to help
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Older people with diabetes are at higher risk of developing dementia
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Nurse specialist explains the importance of more targeted antibiotic use
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Tips on the best ways to minimise hunger and thirst, while making time to pray on shift
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Skills for Care’s guiding principles can help towards safe and effective delegation
Finding ways to boost morale and reaching out to peers can help you get back on track
Advice on diagnosis and assessment, red flags, complications and timely referral
How and when staff may be moved, and what makes them feel supported in unfamiliar roles
Early identification of frailty in the emergency department is key to better patient outcomes
It covers risk factors, symptoms and treatment – as well as conversations with patients
Recommendations aim to improve care pathways and wound categorisation
