What is NEWS2 and how can it help prevent cardiac arrest? Tips for students
Learn more about using this crucial early warning tool to identify patient deterioration
03 May 2023
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Sepsis: how nurses can recognise the signs and respond swiftly
Our podcast guest explains what to do if you suspect a patient has sepsis
19 Apr 2023
All you need to know about the end of life community sepsis tool
Latest version of the Sepsis Six tool helps assess risk and guide decision making
16 Mar 2023
Henoch-Schönlein purpura in children: how to spot symptoms and tailor care
The disease tends to be mild and self-limiting but can result in serious complications
02 Mar 2023
Spotting and supporting deteriorating patients: what I've learned
A deteriorating adult response team (DART) nurse explains what the role involves
23 Feb 2023
Sepsis: guide for nursing students on knowing the signs to look for and action to take
Students have important opportunities to flag potential patient deterioration
22 Feb 2023
Implementing partnership working to enhance the care of the acutely unwell child
Care of children who become acutely unwell while accessing community palliative care services
20 Feb 2023
Assessment of adult patients with neutropenic sepsis
Risk factors for and signs and symptoms of patients who present to the emergency department
16 Feb 2023
Deterioration: spotting the signs and escalating care on a pressured shift
Tools and advice to help teams ensure patients are monitored effectively
23 Jan 2023
Lucy Letby: baby allegedly force-fed ‘additional amounts of milk’
Nurse accused of overfeeding girl after helping with banner to mark baby’s 100th day of life
13 Dec 2022
Scarlet fever and Group A strep: what you need to know
Alarm over Group A strep has prompted an alert and appeals to nurses to be extra vigilant
09 Dec 2022
Lucy Letby accused of attempted murder of 100-day-old girl
Nurse’s alleged attack took place during a night shift at Countess of Chester Hospital
06 Dec 2022
How I tackled poor fluid balance monitoring to improve patient outcomes
Emergency department sister Gemma Gessey’s improvement project made significant change
12 Oct 2022
How can I help people receiving cancer treatments report neutropenic sepsis earlier?
Promoting trusting relationships and using available resources can help conquer patient fear
11 Oct 2022
What is the Sepsis Six tool and how and when should I use it?
Implementation of the protocol, updates and other guidance for nurses to consider
13 Sep 2022
Using procalcitonin testing to guide treatment decisions in care homes
PCT may be beneficial in identifying and treating bacterial infections in older people
24 Aug 2022
Sepsis guidelines revised - here's what you need to know
More time allowed for tests on some patients, helping tackle antimicrobial resistance
18 May 2022
Sepsis: how to read the signs and avoid wrong assumptions
Detection of sepsis has improved but if missed it can be fatal
13 May 2022