Accident and emergency nursing
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The educational provision for nurses working in the field of Accident and Emergency nursing has not always been appropriate and effective. This paper provides a historical perspective of this provision. It also explores factors which are currently affecting the planning of A & E nursing courses and highlights how Bolton and Salford College of Midwifery and Nursing has in the past responded to challenges, and how it is currently delivering an A & E pathway to degree level through the ENB Framework and Higher Award.
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The following situation is not unusual in the Accident and Emergency (A & E) department: A young man is brought in by his girlfriend. She says that she came home unexpectedly and found him in a drowsy state, with an empty bottle of paracetamol and a farewell note left by the bedside. With the help of a neighbour she brought him to the department. ⋯ Staff know that if this does not take place he is likely to suffer serious internal harm and his life could be in danger. He does not seem capable of listening to rational argument, but is shouting to be allowed to go. What is the legal position? As a sequel to this question, if he eventually does have a stomach wash-out and is able to leave the hospital but staff fear that he may repeat the suicide attempt, can he be compelled to stay?