A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
CPD articles
<p>After reading this CPD article, I am now aware of the complexities associated wit
People with learning disabilities have poorer health than the general
<p>Depression is a common mental health disorder that impairs normal functioning, ca
This article describes the complex neurological condition multiple sc
<p>I have looked after patients with ascites and those who have had large-volume par
Economic evaluation is rapidly becoming an invaluable tool for health
<p>I recently underwent major surgery and, as a nurse, this experience gave me great
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term lung dise
<p>In my area of work – providing education programmes – embedding the 6Cs of nursin
Continence promotion involves informing and educating the public and
The management of chronic pain is complex.
<p>Oral cancer is the sub-group of cancers in the head and neck, including cancer of
The move to place clinicians at the centre of healthcare commissioning has been an integral aspect of reforms to health and social care in England.
An internet search reveals just how many articles there are on preparing a curriculum vitae (CV). The preparation of a CV should not be regarded as a ‘one-off’ event, to be updated periodically.
<p>The importance of evidence-based practice to nursing is emphasised in the first year of nursing education. After reading this continuing professional development (CPD) article, I now better understand the nature of research and which nursing roles are involved in research.</p>
Intramuscular injections require a thorough and meticulous approach to patient assessment and injection technique. This article, the second in a series of two, reviews the evidence base to inform safer practice and to consider the evidence for nursing practice in this area.
<p>During most of my shifts, I provide care for patients undergoing hernia repair. About 60% of the hospital’s hernia repairs are performed in the day surgery unit, but only a small number are carried out under local anaesthetic.</p>
Injections are routinely administered by nurses in acute care settings and in the community. Nurses require a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology, pharmacological principles and equipment, and potential risks to the patient of injections.
