A man living with cancer died after being given multiple overdoses of morphine
CPD articles
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As evidence and experience play an important role in underpinning pri
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Code of practice, standards and training needed by all health and social care staff
Infection control is vital in all aspects of h
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Food allergy continues to be a public health concern widely reported
Food allergy continues to be a public health c
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The philosophy of healthcare is based on autonomy and capacity, auton
The philosophy of healthcare is based on auton
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The acquisition of accurate and consistent blood pressure measurements is the responsibili
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Long-term catheterisation is indicated for a wide range of conditions
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Nurses who understand the philosophical concept of knowledge are able
An increasing number of children and young people are accessing services for a range of mental health disorders. The risk of not addressing problems in childhood through inadequate service provision is significant.
Skin conditions are common and patients will present in all care settings. Nurses observe the skin on a daily basis while caring for their patients, so it is important to have an understanding of the skin and its function.
Intimate partner violence is a common problem that is known to have serious and long-term effects on health across a lifetime. While community nurses are placed to deal with intimate partner violence, some may be unsure of what to do.
There is concern in some health profession literature and the wider media that caffeinated beverages may not support normal hydration.
The menopause affects all women, and nurses in any role will come across women who have menopausal symptoms. Some women will need more help than others to manage their symptoms.
Mosquitoes are responsible for transmitting a significant number of infections around the globe. Vaccines or chemoprophylaxis can protect against very few of theses diseases, and current outbreaks of Zika and chikungunya viruses are causing significant concern.
