Retired nurse died after DNACPR patient notes mix up, inquest finds
Coroner rules that neglect contributed to Patricia Dawson’s death in the ED
18 Apr 2024
Sepsis
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Spotting the signs of sepsis in people receiving anticancer treatment
Nurses need to be aware of the signs and immediately refer patients for assessment
09 Apr 2024
Sepsis guidance update: how do I need to change my practice?
Nurse specialist explains the importance of more targeted antibiotic use
12 Mar 2024
Martha’s rule roll-out: how nurses will be involved
New rule gives patients and families access to urgent second opinion if concerned about care
21 Feb 2024
Updated sepsis guidance ensures more targeted use of antibiotics
New advice gives more time to decide on antibiotic use for those less severely ill
02 Feb 2024
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Why nurses must support patients' right to a second opinion
We talk to the lead nurse of a service for raising concerns about patient care
24 Jan 2024
Hospital appoints lead sepsis nurse to educate staff on warning signs after boy’s death
Nurse will support patients, families and colleagues to detect and treat cases quickly
19 Jan 2024
UTIs in older people: how to recognise signs and manage symptoms
Tips to help you prevent or minimise adverse effects and potentially serious outcomes
08 Jan 2024
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PEWS could be a great leap forward as long as you have the staff to use it
New initiatives are to be welcomed, but investment in children’s nursing is a priority
11 Dec 2023
How the new paediatric early warning system works and what it means for you
The system offers a standardised approach to responding when a child becomes seriously unwell
29 Nov 2023
New early warning system will prioritise parental concerns about deterioration
A new national standardised system monitors signs of deterioration in children
03 Nov 2023
Crucial role for nurses in helping reduce sepsis deaths
Regular in-depth training could help nurses ensure warning signs are spotted
26 Oct 2023
Martha’s rule: what it is – and how it can help you advocate for patients and families
The right to a second opinion could empower nurses working in hierarchical environments
17 Oct 2023
‘We’ll move quickly’ to implement Martha’s rule, government confirms
Government pledges fast introduction in England, giving patients access to a second opinion
14 Sep 2023
Martha’s rule: nurses could be key in helping patients and families get a second opinion
Ministers are looking at Australian care model that puts nurses at centre of process
12 Sep 2023
Managing the deteriorating child with suspected group A Streptococcus infection
A case study includes respiratory and haemodynamic support and symptom management
21 Aug 2023
Why NEWS2 scores are not enough to spot a deteriorating patient
Early warning scores are only part of the armoury against preventable deaths
02 Aug 2023
Neutropenic sepsis: evaluating timeliness of initial patient management in a cancer unit
Optimal practice and recommendations on enhancing management, notably through staff education
06 Jul 2023