Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
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To analyse the links between levels of acute pain management knowledge, perceptions of clinical skills and the acute pain management education history of doctors and nurses working in orthopaedics and general surgery in an acute hospital. ⋯ Staff and patient misconceptions, inadequate sources of learning and professional traditions continue to affect the quality of acute pain management. However, progress has been made in the trust to overcome these factors through collaborative practice, review of education programmes and specific practice development initiatives.
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The primary tool used by nurses to assess a patient's neurological status is the neurological observation chart incorporating the Glasgow Coma Scale. This article explains the correct use of the chart and how to interpret the findings.
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In this impressive book, Rabbi Julia Neuberger draws on a broad sweep of knowledge, experience and published material to map out the current state of British society.
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The arterial catheter is one of the most common monitoring tools available in the intensive care unit. However, as an invasive device it has the potential to cause complications, especially when managed by inexperienced staff. When successfully managed, it can facilitate the high-level care needed by the critically ill patient.