A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
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The Resuscitation Council (UK) has made recom
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Aim A cross-sectional survey was carried out with the ai
<p>Managing foot ulceration is a challenge for all concerned.
<p>This article describes the work of a project management nurse in improving access
<p>Kate Springett discusses the management of chronic diabetic wounds in the lower l
<p>In the light of government initiatives to develop effective clinical leadership,
<p>Background Mark Carroll examines the concept of advanced nursing practice and hig
<p>Many infectious diseases have been nearly eliminated in industrialised countries
<p>Background A literature review was undertaken to establish the effects on surgery
<p>MRSA is an increasing problem in hospitals, particularly among older patients.
<p>Aim This article describes the first stage of a research project. The aim was to establish the frequency and pattern of assault, and the use, effectiveness and safety of breakaway and restraint techniques, in an intensive care unit for mental health patients.
<p>In this article, the author argues that the assessment of oral health in older people is important as it can indicate signs and symptoms of oral and systemic disease.</p>
<p>This article outlines the findings from three RCN discussion groups, which aimed to gain an understanding of how nurses were responding to clinical governance and to what extent they were involved in its implementation.
Background Mental health care has recently become a government priority, and depression is a very common mental health problem. Many people feel that the mode of treatment used is less important than the effective delivery of care and intensity of follow up.
The nurse’s role in intravenous therapy can result in professional satisfaction, but also increased professional risk and liability.
