Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
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After many delays, the public consultation on HIV prevention tool PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) is finally here. Now is the time to mobilise - help end the HIV epidemic by responding to this NHS England consultation before 23 September.
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The news last week that the National AIDS Trust had won its High Court challenge for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) to be provided by NHS England has made the headlines.
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A small rise in alcohol duty could cut violence-related emergency department visits by 6,000 a year in England and Wales, say researchers.
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Rationale and key points This article outlines the technique for dressing a minor burn. The nurse should be aware of national burn care referral guidance, and have the knowledge and skills to establish the severity and extent of a burn. The nurse should also be able to determine whether referral to a regional specialist centre is required. » The extent and severity of a burn determines its ongoing management. » The burn wound requires regular evaluation, since its appearance and management needs can change over time. » Competence in general wound care is essential for nurses undertaking this procedure. ⋯ Apply this article to your practice. Reflect on and write a short account of: » The classification of burn depth and guidelines for specialist referral. » How you think this article will change your practice. Subscribers can update their reflective accounts at rcni.com/portfolio.
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Rationale and key points This is the sixth in a series of eight articles providing information about the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) revalidation process. This article focuses on the requirement for nurses and midwives to engage in a reflective discussion with an NMC registrant. The purpose of the reflective discussion is to encourage a culture of sharing information to support professional development and improve practice. » The reflective discussion must be undertaken with an NMC registrant. » The reflective discussion should cover the five written reflective accounts required to renew registration. ⋯ How engaging in a reflective discussion with an NMC registrant helps you to view a situation from another person's perspective. 2. How you could use this article to educate your colleagues. Subscribers can upload their reflective accounts at: rcni.com/portfolio.