Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: X-linked ichthyosis
An insight into this genetic disorder occurring in 1 in 6,000 infant males
01 Feb 2019
Doreen Crawford
Nursing Children and Young People
Have a happy and stress-free Christmas and New Year
It has been a difficult year for nurses, but there are some bright spots on the horizon
21 Dec 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
Book review: Clinical Pocket Reference: Nursing Care of Children and Young People
Nurse adviser Doreen Crawford reviews Nursing Care of Children and Young People
14 Dec 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Waardenburg syndrome
Waardenburg syndrome is a genetic disorder that gives people a distinctive appearance
04 Dec 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Usher syndrome
Understanding Usher syndrome which is found in approximately 10,000 people in the UK
25 Oct 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z Syndromes: Tay-Sachs disease
An insight into this genetic disorder which carries a poor prognosis and is often fatal
01 Aug 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Sturge-Weber syndrome
Insight into this rare neurological condition which causes port wine skin lesions and can be associated with epilepsy
13 Jun 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
Understanding fluid homoeostasis in infants and children: part 2
Part two of this article focuses on the care and management of infants and children who are seriously ill and who have lost so much fluid that they have entered a state of shock. The pathophysiology of shock is reviewed and the types and stages of shock are considered. The challenges of identifying shock are explored and the management of fluid resuscitation with colloids rather than crystalloids is analysed. An overview of the complex management of a young person in shock is provided using a case history format. The article offers the opportunity to extend readers’ knowledge of some of the special tests that may be required to support the diagnosis of shock and provides an overview of the expected results.
10 May 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
When trust is lost, no one wins
What can we learn from the Alfie Evans case at Alder Hey Children's Hospital?
30 Apr 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Rett syndrome
How to recognise and support children who have this rare developmental and neurological disorder
03 Apr 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Qazi Markouizos syndrome
A series about disorders and diseases with common symptoms that constitute syndromes
19 Feb 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
Understanding fluid homeostasis in infants and children: part 1
Fluid requirements differ between infants and children. It is important for children’s nurses to understand the principles of fluid mechanics and apply this understanding to ensure each child’s state of hydration, and thereby preserve their safety and well-being. This two-part article aims to introduce the concept of fluid balance and electrolytes to children’s nursing students, help them identify what is normal and what is not, and provide guidance on what actions should be taken when problems occur. It may also be useful for registered nurses to use for revalidation.
07 Feb 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Pfeiffer syndrome
Pfeiffer syndrome is a genetic condition thought to occur once in every 100,000 people
03 Jan 2018
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Opitz-Frias syndrome
Insight into this genetic condition that causes several abnormalities in the midsection of the body of children.
10 Nov 2017
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Nager syndrome
How to recognise and support children with this rare genetic condition.
11 Oct 2017
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Marfan syndrome
A genetic disorder affecting the formation of the connective tissue
14 Sep 2017
Nursing Children and Young People
A-Z of syndromes: Leigh syndrome
How to recognise and support children who have this rare neurological condition.
27 Jul 2017
Nursing Children and Young People
A chance to shape the future of children’s nursing
The NMC consultation on new proficiency standards, which closes on 12 September, is an opportunity to equip children’s nurses properly for the future, says Doreen Crawford
21 Jul 2017