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.
Undertaking a person-centred assessment of patients with chronic wounds
How to identify and remove potential barriers to wound healing
08 Jul 2019
Care of infants, children and adults with congenital heart disease
Learn about treatment options and the importance of psychological support
01 Jul 2019
Preventing foot complications in people with diabetes mellitus
Understand the causes, signs and symptoms, and how to assess foot health
28 Jun 2019
Development of a tool to support managers in planning and evaluating staff training
How improving managers’ decision-making around training can enhance patient care
25 Jun 2019
Developing cultural competence in caring for LGBTQI+ patients
Healthcare for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, and intersex people
17 Jun 2019
Understanding the benefits and implications of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
Learn how ERAS can reduce post-operative complications and length of hospital stays
03 Jun 2019
Caring for people with mental health conditions in general clinical settings
Learn communication skills to improve care for this patient group
13 May 2019
Developing effective nurse leadership skills
Understanding and learning these skills at all levels of seniority
07 May 2019
Nursing management of irritable bowel syndrome
Enhance your awareness of the range of IBS symptoms that patients may experience
29 Apr 2019
Use of blood components in clinical practice
Familiarise yourself with the procedures involved in these transfusions
23 Apr 2019
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Challenges and facilitators in providing effective end of life care in ICUs
Ways to enhance practice in this area and factors that might affect patient care
15 Apr 2019
Developing the personal qualities required for effective nurse leadership
This article explores four ‘leadership intelligences’ that can be adopted by nurses
08 Apr 2019
Role of the nurse in identifying and addressing health inequalities
How addressing these inequalities can improve health outcomes for patients
21 Mar 2019
Supporting patients with serious mental illness during physical health treatment
How to reduce potential barriers for these individuals when accessing services
18 Mar 2019
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Implementing reasonable adjustments for disabled people in healthcare services
Improve your awareness of the adjustments that can be made
11 Mar 2019
Use of nutrition therapy in the management of diabetes mellitus
Find out how nutrients can affect glycaemic levels in patients with diabetes
25 Feb 2019
Identifying and differentiating stroke and stroke mimics
Ensure that patients receive an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment
18 Feb 2019
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Implementing laughter therapy to enhance the well-being of patients and nurses
Discover the physical and psychosocial benefits of laughter therapy for patients and nurses
11 Feb 2019