Nursing times
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This article presents the results of a collaborative project between the British Pain Society and British Geriatric Society to produce guidelines on the management of pain in older adults. The guidelines are the first of their kind in the UK and aim to provide best practice for the management of pain to all health professionals working with older adults in any care setting.
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Psoriasis is a long-term, inflammatory skin condition that affects around 1.3-2.2% of the UK population. Nurses involved in the assessment and treatment of people with psoriasis should take into account not only the condition's physical effects but also the increased risk of health problems linked to it and its psychological effects. This article highlights National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence guidance, primarily for non-specialist practitioners.