November 2021 vol 27 no 10
The importance of nurse-led foot care
November 1, 2021
Nurses in primary care play an important role in managing foot care, especially for elderly, diabetic and disabled patients.
Article category: Practice
October 2021 vol 27 no 9
Improving quality in a fracture service
October 1, 2021
Quality improvement (QI) should be an integral part of health service delivery. As best practice principles evolve and system changes are demanded, services need to be evaluated and assessed to ensure they are being run as effectively and efficiently as possible, while meeting the ever-changing needs of practitioners and their patients.
August 2021 vol 27 no 7
How diaries help ICU patients recover
August 1, 2021
A patient diary helps bridge memory gaps for intensive care patients, thus helping their psychological recovery.
July 2021 vol 27 no 6
Driving under the influence of prescribed medication
July 1, 2021
Many prescribed drugs can impair a person’s driving, even when they are being taken correctly.
Read more... Driving under the influence of prescribed medication
June 2021 vol 27 no 5
Nursing support for people with mild mental health needs
June 1, 2021
What can a nurse do in everyday practice to support a person with mild depression and anxiety? A clinical nurse specialist recommends a variety of practical tools and advice.
Read more... Nursing support for people with mild mental health needs
April 2021 vol 27 no 3
Childhood obesity – giving the best care
April 1, 2021
The causes of obesity in children and young people are myriad and complex. To deliver the best care, nurses need to be aware of these multiple determinants and tailor care accordingly.
April 2021 vol 27 no 3
Providing equitable, appropriate care for those with hepatitis C
April 1, 2021
People living with hepatitis C are still subject to stigma and discrimination. But new treatments and alternative ways of providing care can help ensure they get the care they need.
Read more... Providing equitable, appropriate care for those with hepatitis C
February 2021 vol 27 no 1
How well is patient-centred care applied in practice?
February 1, 2021
Patient-centred care is an ideal of nursing practice. How well is it applied in practice? A group of students share their thoughts and experiences.
Read more... How well is patient-centred care applied in practice?
November 2020 vol 26 no 10
Ensuring informed consent for hearing-impaired patients
November 1, 2020
There are a range of ways nurses can ensure they obtain informed consent from hearing-impaired patients.
Read more... Ensuring informed consent for hearing-impaired patients
October 2020 vol 26 no 9
Using PPE correctly and safely
October 1, 2020
Unless health-care workers are fully trained in the best use of personal protective equipment, they risk being infected with COVID-19 and other pandemic and epidemic viruses.
