A nurse’s guide to direct oral anticoagulants
Enhance your knowledge of their indications, doses and side effects
05 Jan 2021
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.
Understanding the principles of insulin use in type 1 and type 2 diabetes management
Familiarise yourself with the different types of insulin therapy and their safety measures
29 Dec 2020
Role of the nurse in the hyperacute care and management of patients following stroke
Learn about this time-sensitive method of managing stroke in the first 24-72 hours
24 Dec 2020
Benefits and challenges of animal-assisted therapy in older adults: a literature review
How this intervention can address the physical and emotional needs of patients
21 Dec 2020
Recognising and assessing acute pain
How to overcome barriers to the initial recognition of pain
03 Dec 2020
Understanding leadership for newly qualified nurses
Study the various leadership styles, qualities and behaviours
24 Nov 2020
Care and management of patients receiving epidural analgesia
Familiarise yourself with the main complications that may occur
17 Nov 2020
Undertaking a systematic assessment of patients with a traumatic brain injury
Understand the pathophysiology of this time-critical injury
02 Nov 2020
Exploring the benefits and limitations of transactional leadership in healthcare
Why this leadership approach can help you meet short-term goals and complete tasks
22 Oct 2020
Managing complications associated with the use of indwelling urinary catheters
Learn the common complications, and how to reduce their incidence or manage them
19 Oct 2020
Understanding the importance of concepts of health
How patients’ perceptions of health can influence their attitude to self-care
12 Oct 2020
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
05 Oct 2020
Open access
An enduring legacy: contributions of Royal College of Nursing fellows to nursing science
How RCN fellows have contributed to advancing the profession
07 Sep 2020
Artificial hydration at the end of life: balancing benefits and risks
Explore the central questions in the absence of conclusive evidence
02 Sep 2020
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
24 Aug 2020
Role of the nurse in supporting the safe use of opioids
Understand the pharmacology, side effects and risks of opioids
17 Aug 2020
Understanding the role of diet in adult constipation
Learn how to advise patients about dietary changes to help prevent and manage the condition
28 Jul 2020
Understanding the role of the academic assessor
Learn the role’s responsibilities, benefits and potential challenges
06 Jul 2020