A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
CPD articles
Safe vaccine storage and handling is essential to ensure that the ‘co
<p>I read the CPD to improve my understanding and care of patients with diabetes in
Improving the health of the population, and morbidity and mortality a
<p>Acute pyelonephritis refers to a lower urinary tract infection that has spread to
This article discusses the pathophysiology of ascites, a complication
<p>I found this CPD interesting and informative.
Shoulder pain is a common musculoskeletal problem that can have a sig
<p>As a nurse who works in community hospitals and nursing homes, where up to three
This article aims to give nurses an insight into proximal deep vein t
<p>Less than half of older people with dementia are diagnosed with the condition.
Vulnerable patient groups are at increased risk of malnutrition.
<p>I care for many people with coexisting conditions, including asthma, in a nursing
Diabetes mellitus is a major risk factor for stroke. Concerns have been raised that adults with acute stroke, irrespective of whether or not they have a history of diabetes mellitus, are at increased risk of experiencing hyperglycaemia and hypoglycaemia.
<p>Reading the CPD article has improved my knowledge of the care and management of patients at increased risk of acquiring healthcare-associated infections, which are highest among patients in intensive care units.</p>
This article provides an overview of ankylosing spondylitis, including signs and symptoms, diagnosis and management. The article focuses on the difficulties and delays associated with diagnosing this chronic inflammatory disease and developments in diagnostic criteria.
This article discusses the management of acute confusion and aggression in patients with infections of the central nervous system (CNS). The issues discussed are applicable to the management of acute confusion of any cause and the principles of care apply to all confused patients.
<p>Before reading the CPD article, I would have found it difficult to define compassion. The concept is subjective and can mean different things to different people.</p>
<p>Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a supraventricular arrhythmia. AF is common, occurs mostly in older people, and is often associated with cardiovascular conditions.</p>
