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<p>Intermediate care services are taking on an increasingly significant role in the
<p>The menopause is a significant event in the lives of most women. Some have positive experiences while others may have difficulty managing their symptoms and adjusting to the changes that result. This article discusses the physiology, symptoms and treatment of the effects of menopause.
<p>Minor wounds and burns are common presentations to A&E departments and primary care facilities.
MRSA is challenging nursing and medical professionals in hospitals and the community. Effective antibiotic therapy and risk assessment are needed together with good infection control practice to reduce its transmission.
<p>Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) are commonly inserted by nurses. This article gives an overview of the care and management of the PICC in general adult nursing.</p>
<p>Giving information is integral to many nursing roles. Ann-Louise Caress discusses factors to take into account when giving healthcare information, and suggests some approaches to enhance effectiveness.</p>
<p>Intermittent claudication is a painful, debilitating condition that reduces mobility in those affected and has a detrimental effect on quality of life. It is often the first symptom of peripheral arterial disease.
