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This study aimed to explore the considerations and experiences of health professionals who are central in the decision-making process regarding IDUC management on the first postoperative day for...
The securement of catheters, tubing, and bags is crucial in preventing...
The need for diverse voices could not be stronger, highlighting the importance of including a variety of voices in discussions about Black history. The experiences and insights of Black individuals...
Black individuals often face higher rates of chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, which can result in serious complications if not properly managed. In...
Cultural sensitivity is a critical factor in healthcare decision-making and patient care, particularly for racially minoritised communities. During discussions with elderly African community members...
The experiences of BME women in academic leadership roles are a testament to resilience and perseverance. They navigate a landscape often marred by systemic inequalities and institutional biases, yet...
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In the UK, DKA is a significant concern, particularly among young adults aged 18 to 24 years, where the incidence is highest (Joint British Diabetes Societies for Inpatient Care, 2023). The frequency...
Mr Dean appeared well groomed, was alert and oriented. He had a high body mass index at >30 and was obviously in pain when moving to sit on the treatment couch..
UCAS released data in December 2023, showing a mix of trends within the UK's higher education nursing sector. A total of 48625 students applied for nursing courses, reflecting a complex picture of...
The practice supervisor training programme (Figure 1) was delivered throughout the final academic year for students. It was facilitated by the personal tutors for the student groups, which, on...
Hypertension is known to be a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is the major cause of death in the UK. In Birmingham, around 12% of the population are estimated to be affected,...
I find this last piece of advice key. Often, we find ourselves staying up all night in libraries or running on fumes after shifts, trying to get those precious few proficiencies signed off or begging...
‘Incivility has been shown to reduce team functioning, clinical decision making and patient outcomes’.
Cancer nurses are working with their multidisciplinary colleagues to lead the way to ensure that all staff who interact with people with cancer have acute oncology (AO) knowledge and skills. Together...
‘Despite the challenges of implementation, such as cost, training and maintenance, the benefits of closed systems are clear and they should be used in the whole lifecycle of HMPs from manufacture to...
Concerns about the dangers of SACT began to emerge in the 1970s when second malignancies were first reported in cancer patients treated with alkylating agents, explained Dr Melissa McDiarmid,...
An iterative service improvement method was used to undertake the triage service design. Distinct phases of the process were identified to facilitate testing of ideas at each stage (Table 1)..
In the UK there are around 16 million people with a disability (Kirk-Wade, 2023). In England, in the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, 60% of COVID-19-related deaths occurred among disabled...
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Podcasts offer an additional means of enhancing mental health literacy in regions with limited access to services (Caoilte et al, 2023). Podcasts are being increasingly used in mental health contexts...
Infections that patients acquire while receiving treatment for other conditions within a healthcare environment are known as HAIs. They can result from various pathogens, including bacteria, viruses...
Student nurses in parts 1 and 2 of pre-registration nursing programmes were invited to participate in two VR scenarios, comprising different AI interaction methods (menu-based and voice-controlled)....
A practice learning facilitator is a health professional who plays a key role in supporting and facilitating the learning and development of student nurses and other healthcare students during their...
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