CPD articles
Our continuing professional development (CPD) articles are designed to assist with your nursing skills and practice.
Biological basis of child health 14: the immune system, vaccines, allergy and disease
The 14th in a series on the biological basis of child health, focuses on the immune system
Structure and functions of the skin, and common children’s skin conditions
The 13th in our series on the biological basis of child health, focuses on the skin
The endocrine system and common childhood endocrinopathies
The 12th in our biological basis of child health series focuses on the endocrine system
Focus on asthma 3: the psychosocial effects of asthma on the child and the family
The nurse is often a teacher or facilitator of what the family achieves
Biological basis of child health 11: anatomy, physiology and development of the senses
This article, the 11th in the Biological basis of child health series, focuses on the senses
Function and formation of blood and common blood disorders in children
Brush up on the composition, formation and function of blood, as well as blood disorders
Biological basis of child health 9: development of the liver and clinical features of...
Ninth in our series on the biological basis of child health
Effective management of type 1 diabetes in children and young people
An overview of type 1 diabetes management, including insulin replacement therapy and diet
Self-harm in young people: risk factors, assessment and treatment interventions
How practitioners can provide empathetic and respectful care to young people who self-harm
Biological basis of child health 8: development of the gastrointestinal system and...
Eighth in our series on the biological basis of child health
Focus on asthma 2: air pollution and its effects on children and young people
Causes of air pollution and how they affect the lung health of children
Biological basis of child health 7: growth, development and the reproductive system
Understanding childhood growth and development is crucial for children’s nurses