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Annmarie Wherton-Whitehurst

Picture shows burn on the arm due to use of a glove: filling examination gloves with warm water can help widen blood vessels for cannulation, but nurses should be aware of the risks of accidental burns to patients

Why water-filled gloves can be a burns hazard in the ED

Gloves with warm water inside can aid cannulation, but be aware of the burns risk

15 Mar 2023

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Advanced nursing practice: is it under attack and why?

The role is often misunderstood – as highlighted in the debate over physician associates

15 Apr 2024

Can difficult personal circumstances excuse mistakes at work?

We ask our readers if factors outside of work should be considered relevant

26 Mar 2024

Help! My revalidation is looming and I’m worried I’ve left it too late to get started

Don’t panic – let our portfolio tool take the strain out of organising your documents

21 Mar 2024

What will the nurse pay offer for 2024-25 look like?

We look at when the process will get started – and whether further strike action is likely

29 Feb 2024

What every nurse in the NHS needs to know about the pension scheme overhaul

How you might be affected – plus a warning to anyone thinking of opting out

02 Apr 2024