Nursing times
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Efforts to manage breathlessness have so far focused on the treatment of underlying causes or on pharmacological strategies. This article discusses broader rehabilitative goals in relation to the nurse's role to improve symptomatic relief and enhance patients' quality of life, by exploring holistic approaches. It considers the value of therapeutic nursing in the nurse-patient relationship.
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This article outlines in detail the processes involved in effective hand hygiene, as well as the responsibilities of nurses in relation to hand hygiene as a method of maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff. It also makes some recommendations to improve hand hygiene and reduce risk.
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In the second part of this two-part series, non-drug and pharmacological approaches to COPD management are explored.
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This article outlines the issues that influence the process of writing a 'do not attempt resuscitation' order. It discusses advance directives, the Mental Capacity Bill and patient and relative involvement, and their impact on making decisions about cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).