60 seconds with acute clinical research nurse Claire Matata
Be proactive and don't wait for opportunities to come your way, says lead nurse for emergency and acute clinical research Claire Matata.
03 Apr 2017
Claire Matata
World Encephalitis Day: Learn more about the neurological condition
On World Encephalitis Day, lead nurse for acute and emergency clinical research Claire Matata discusses why nurses need a better understanding of encephalitis and to treat it as a neurological emergency.
22 Feb 2017
Managing patients with encephalitis
This article provides an overview of encephalitis and addresses its diagnosis, some of the common presenting signs and symptoms, and the different aspects of nursing care required for these patients. In particular, it addresses how to explain encephalitis to the patient’s relatives, the rehabilitation needs of these patients, and important aspects of discharge planning. Tests that are necessary for diagnosis in patients with suspected encephalitis and the importance of these are explained.
11 Nov 2015
Management of acute confusion in patients with CNS infections
This article discusses the management of acute confusion and aggression in patients with infections of the central nervous system (CNS). The issues discussed are applicable to the management of acute confusion of any cause and the principles of care apply to all confused patients. The article addresses many of the challenges encountered by nurses caring for confused patients, including the recognition of acute confusion, use of screening tools, and the management and treatment of these patients.
11 Dec 2013
Lumbar puncture: diagnosing acute central nervous system infections
Lumbar puncture has an important role in the diagnosis of acute central nervous system infections. The clinical contraindications to lumbar puncture must be considered before the procedure is carried out, and nurses need to have an understanding of how best to inform, support and reassure patients.
24 Oct 2012