Journal of advanced nursing
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This paper is a report of an exploration of the role of the nurse in the process of breaking bad news in the inpatient clinical setting and the provision of education and support for nurses carrying out this role. ⋯ Guidance for breaking bad news should encompass the whole process of doing this and acknowledge the challenges nurses face in the inpatient clinical area. Developments in education and support are required that reflect the challenges that nurses encounter in the inpatient care setting.
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This paper is a report of a study to compare history-taking and breast and axillary examination skills of nurse practitioners and surgeons. ⋯ The diagnostic accuracy of a nurse practitioner compares favourably with that of a consultant surgeon.