Clinical
Our clinical nursing articles aim to inform and educate nurse practitioners and students. This is achieved through the publication of peer-reviewed, evidence-based, relevant and topical articles.
Exploring the benefits and limitations of transactional leadership in healthcare
Why this leadership approach can help you meet short-term goals and complete tasks
Managing complications associated with the use of indwelling urinary catheters
Learn the common complications, and how to reduce their incidence or manage them
Understanding the importance of concepts of health
How patients’ perceptions of health can influence their attitude to self-care
Reflecting on nursing practice during the COVID-19 pandemic
A look at how COVID-19 has challenged nurses and resulted in new needs for reflection
An enduring legacy: contributions of Royal College of Nursing fellows to nursing science
How RCN fellows have contributed to advancing the profession
Artificial hydration at the end of life: balancing benefits and risks
Explore the central questions in the absence of conclusive evidence
Using the SSKIN care bundle to prevent pressure ulcers in the intensive care unit
Learn about risk assessment tools and how to use the five-step care bundle
Role of the nurse in supporting the safe use of opioids
Understand the pharmacology, side effects and risks of opioids
Understanding the role of diet in adult constipation
Learn how to advise patients about dietary changes to help prevent and manage the condition
Understanding the role of the academic assessor
Learn the role’s responsibilities, benefits and potential challenges
Optimising the absorption of medicines
Improve your understanding of the mechanisms of medicine absorption
Exploring the effects of being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in adolescence
Understand the psychological and practical impact of a diagnosis on adolescents