Liz Kingston
Liz Kingston
Accurate measurement of a patient's blood pressure (BP) is essential to identify hypotension or hypertension and to inform subsequent management and treatment decisions. The auscultatory, or manual, method remains the gold standard for non-...
Skills for communicating effectively with people who have mental health issues [0.03%]
与精神健康问题人士有效沟通的技巧
Carmel Bond
Carmel Bond
Nurses have an important role in providing high-quality care to meet the needs of diverse populations, including people with mental health issues. Developing rapport is essential for engaging with service users and promoting a person-centre...
Amani Al Bayrakdar
Amani Al Bayrakdar
Diabetes mellitus is a highly prevalent chronic metabolic disorder that requires rigorous self-management to prevent complications and maintain health. Managing diabetes can also be psychologically challenging for those living with the cond...
Rob Williams
Rob Williams
This article explores the use of effective communication for nurses when interacting with people experiencing mental health issues. Emphasis will be on the importance of nurses adopting person-centred communication styles that prioritise em...
Matthew Peel
Matthew Peel
Alcohol withdrawal can occur following the abrupt cessation or marked reduction of alcohol use in a person with alcohol dependence. This article provides an overview of the assessment and management of acute unplanned alcohol withdrawal, an...
Erhauyi Meshach Aiwerioghene
Erhauyi Meshach Aiwerioghene
Addressing performance issues in nursing practice is a crucial but sensitive aspect of the role of nurse leaders and managers. This article explains how they can undertake this process by using a supportive and proactive approach that can f...
Simulation learning: exploring its transformative influence on nursing practice [0.03%]
模拟学习：探索其对护理实践的变革性影响
Zoe Abigail Mason
Zoe Abigail Mason
Simulation in nursing education enables nursing students to develop and practise their clinical, critical thinking and decision-making skills within the safety of a realistic learning environment. Evidence suggests that this method of learn...
Role of children's hospices in caring for children, young people and families [0.03%]
儿童安宁疗护在儿童、年轻人和家庭护理中的作用
Jayne Price,Helen Storton,Tracie Lewin-Taylor
Jayne Price
Children's hospices are central to specialist palliative care provision for the increasing number of children and young people with life-limiting conditions and their families. These hospices provide holistic care through a range of service...
Cathy Liddle
Cathy Liddle
Skin sutures are commonly used to bring together the edges of a wound, assisting it to heal. Depending on the location of the wound, the sutures used may be absorbable or non-absorbable. Non-absorbable sutures will need to be removed once t...
Richard Hatchett
Richard Hatchett
At some point in their careers, nurses may choose or be invited to give a conference presentation, online or in person. For some, this can be an exciting opportunity to share best practice, impart knowledge and receive feedback, for example...