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Compassionate leadership: does it really give nurses a voice?
The ‘command and control’ model of leadership is now seen as outdated
22 Oct 2019
Blood transfusion: the common procedure that can go disastrously wrong
Stakes are high when managing blood products – here’s how nurses can prevent errors
15 Oct 2019
Help older patients by tackling overprescribing
Polypharmacy puts many older people at risk of serious side effects
09 Oct 2019
Knife crime: teaching young people the skills they need to help save lives
The nurses and students breaking down barriers to help educate and protect young people
03 Oct 2019
How a patient’s human rights influence the care you give
A human rights approach to healthcare can empower patients and protect nurses
26 Sep 2019
Are you a BAME nurse with a fantastic idea that could improve patient care?
Nursing care is hugely enriched when ideas spring from a wide range of backgrounds
19 Sep 2019
E. coli infection: how every nurse can help prevent it
The Gram-negative bacteria is a growing threat in community and acute settings
17 Sep 2019
Nurses open up about their mental health problems
Mental ill health is now the top reason for NHS sickness absence – but there is good news
12 Sep 2019
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Sepsis: what you need to know
Around 44,000 people a year die from the 'silent killer'. What can nurses do?
12 Sep 2019
Return to general nursing: on the register but ‘out of practice’?
The programme designed for when the usual return-to-practice courses don’t apply
10 Sep 2019
What to do when you suspect domestic abuse
The nurses’ training aid that offers you practical strategies for the best outcomes
04 Sep 2019
Strategies for dealing with rude colleagues who ruin your day
And what to do if your communication style has turned toxic
30 Aug 2019
Wound care: treating the cause rather than simply covering it with a dressing
How to challenge the perceived inevitability associated with chronic wounds
28 Aug 2019
The blame culture in nursing: how to make a change in your workplace
A punitive response to errors affects patient safety and staff morale. There is another way
16 Aug 2019
New approach to nurse education affects every registrant – but are you ready?
NMC’s education standards take a fresh approach to supervision, assessment and leadership
14 Aug 2019
Asking about bowel problems could change your patient’s life
When nurses discuss faecal incontinence they’re really talking about quality of life
08 Aug 2019
Pain management: steps for better care and faster recovery after surgery
Nurses are vital to good pain management – and this starts with a comprehensive assessment
06 Aug 2019
Mouth care at the end of life: ensuring comfort and dignity for your patients
Simple steps such as assessing pain and involving families in care can make a big difference
01 Aug 2019