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Nursing in Practice March/April 2013, Number 71

Articles

Debating delegation
Tuesday 7 May 2013
As I predicted, the Francis report on the Mid Staffordshire Hospital Trust has a whole chapter dedicated to nursing. It was uncomfortable reading - appalling practice, low ratios and scant professional accountability
The six Cs: Looking at care and compassion
Tuesday 7 May 2013
Chief Nursing Officer Jane Cummings discusses how the two of the six c's - care and compassion - seem to stick out, especially when set against the backdrop of the inquiry into Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust
Feature
Interview: Dr Ranj
Tuesday 7 May 2013
Passionate paediatrician and TV presenter Dr Ranj Singh believes with honesty, appropriate language and a splash of humour, clinicians can get even the most complex messages through to kids
The Francis report: what does it mean for primary care?
Tuesday 7 May 2013
The 1,800-page document exploring the circumstances that led to shocking care within the Mid Staffordshire NHS Foundation Trust concentrates on acute care, but its impact will be felt across the NHS
Children at risk: Identifying the signs of abuse
Tuesday 7 May 2013
With child abuse once again hitting the headlines, what are the key signs to look out for, and what responsibilities to nurses have?
NMC fitness to practice
Tuesday 7 May 2013
The threat of facing a ‘fitness to practice’ procedure is likely to terrify any nurse. Understanding the process and outcomes is important to help nurses and the public alike
Profile: Cervical cancer screening outreach nurse
Tuesday 7 May 2013
In the Midlands town of Walsall, one nurse is fighting back against cervical cancer, which more than 2,800 women are diagnosed with each year
Clinical - Children's Health
Recognising and managing constipation in children
Tuesday 7 May 2013
In this article learn to: Recognise the signs and symptoms of idiopathic constipation Provide advice and support to children with constipation and their families Treatment regimens for idiopathic constipation as set out by NICE
Preventing and treating malaria in childern
Tuesday 7 May 2013
In this article learn: Common barriers to children receiving adequate malaria prevention How to reduce the incidence of malaria in young traveller How to identify the signs and symptoms of the disease
Clinical
Management of dry skin conditions
Tuesday 7 May 2013
In this article learn that: Dry skin is a major symptom of most chronic inflammatory skin conditions Daily complete emollient therapy is essential for managing dry skin Patient choice is a very important factor when advising on emollient therapy
Severe nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Tuesday 7 May 2013
Key learning points: The difference between mild, moderate and severe pregnancy sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum Understanding the possible causes of the condition What support and treatment to offer to women suffering with pregnancy sickness or hyperemesis gravidarium hyperemesis gravidarium
The management of persistent thrush in primary care
Tuesday 7 May 2013
Key learning points: The organisms and conditions that are responsible for causing thrush Embarrassment and psychological issues resulting from the condition The role of the primary care nurse in managing thrush

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