Be careful about what you wish for in NHS patient safety reform
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):271-272. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.271.ABSTRACTJohn Tingle and Amanda Cattini discuss some recent reports on potential changes to litigation procedures for patient harm cases and to the Never Events framework.PMID:38446517 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.271 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: John Tingle Amanda Cattini Source Type: research

Impact of unscheduled nurse-led virtual care for people with diabetes on nursing practices and patient satisfaction
CONCLUSION: The service is highly valued and is effective, but adds to the nurse workload burden.PMID:38446518 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.236 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Catherine McCabe Margaret McCann David Connolly Jackie McGrath Joanne Begley Jane C Ball Elaine Harris Source Type: research

A guide to pain assessment and management in adults
This article seeks to provide a deeper understanding of the physiology of pain and the various classifications used in clinical practice. It also aims to raise awareness of the skills that nurses require for the assessment and management of an individual patient's pain. It explores the tools available to assist with the assessment of pain and provides an introduction to some of the management strategies that can be used to manage pain. Some of the barriers to effective pain assessment and management are also examined.PMID:38446519 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.246 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Claire Ford Source Type: research

Exploring health professionals' knowledge of cancer-related pain: a scoping review
CONCLUSION: Knowledge of cancer-related pain is variable with several knowledge gaps. More work is needed to ensure health professionals have adequate knowledge regarding the complexity of cancer-related pain.PMID:38446520 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.S4 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Martin Galligan Rebecca Verity Emma Briggs Source Type: research

Nurses are key to ensuring equitable access to cancer care
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):S3. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.S3.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38446521 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.S3 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Joanne Bird Karen Campbell Source Type: research

The experiences of patients using a cancer hotline service
CONCLUSION: The present study offers persuasive evidence indicating that oncology patients are largely satisfied with the hotline service; nonetheless, it is recognised that a more robust evaluation is needed. Regardless, the need for certain improvements has been identified to offer the potential to enhance patients' experience.PMID:38446506 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.S12 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Farzana Baksh Filipe Carvalho Source Type: research

A framework for simulated practice in nurse education
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):234. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.234.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38446507 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.234 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Barry Hill Source Type: research

Healthcare experiences of people living with medically unexplained symptoms: a systematic review
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):256-261. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.256.ABSTRACTA diagnosis of medically unexplained symptoms (MUS) is made when a person reports a complaint for which no organic disease can be detected. People with MUS commonly present to primary care services in the UK; however, there is no consensus regarding the evidence base for care. This literature review explores the experiences of these patients when they interact with health services. The following themes emerged: experience of diagnosis; expectations; communication; and healthful relationships. People with MUS report negative experiences of health ...
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Joanna Shillaker Caroline Gibson Julie Churchill Source Type: research

Starting a career in research nursing during a global pandemic
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):266-270. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.266.ABSTRACTIn the spring of 2020, two nurses (KR and AJ) commenced their research nurse careers amid the SARS-Cov-2 (COVID-19) global pandemic. This reflective article discusses their experiences of beginning a clinical research nursing career, presented as a case study of their learning journey, rather than detailing the randomised controlled trial they delivered via GP practices. The main study compared standard care to nurse-led management of irritable bowel syndrome, the details of which will be published separately. The article identifies three overarc...
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Kay Rodgers Anna Jones Alexandra Carlin Sarah Redsell Jervoise Andreyev Source Type: research

Demand for end-of-life care
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):233. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.233.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38446510 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.233 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Ian Peate Source Type: research

The critical role of pen needles and training in insulin delivery
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):242-244. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.242.NO ABSTRACTPMID:38446511 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.242 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Tracey Sainsbury Source Type: research

The needs of newly qualified nurses
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):275. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.275.ABSTRACTSam Foster, Executive Director of Professional Practice, Nursing and Midwifery Council, considers the importance of providing the right support to nurses who are new to the register.PMID:38446512 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.275 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Sam Foster Source Type: research

Ovarian cancer red flags: help prevent delayed diagnosis
This article covers how to spot these red flags, safety netting and what to do if you suspect a woman's symptoms may be ovarian cancer.PMID:38446513 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.S16 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Victoria Barber Source Type: research

Nursing assessment and care for a patient with a neurological disorder
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):252-255. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.252.ABSTRACTThe previous article discussed the pathophysiology involved in disorders of the nervous system. Having considered some of the most prevalent disorders, this second part uses a case study to explore effective patient assessment and emphasise the importance of facilitating patient self-management for improved outcomes. By addressing these key aspects, nursing professionals can enhance the quality of care and the support provided to individuals experiencing neurological disorders.PMID:38446514 | DOI:10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.252 (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Luis Teixeira Source Type: research

Simulation in nursing: the importance of involving service users
Br J Nurs. 2024 Mar 7;33(5):262-265. doi: 10.12968/bjon.2024.33.5.262.ABSTRACTThe term 'service user' is an amorphous concept that can refer to a variety of groups. It refers to people who use or have used a service, or to the carers or parents of service users, or it can be used to refer to lay people, the public or non-professionals. It can also be used to refer to all or any combination of these. To maximise the potential of simulation, it is crucial to involve service users: their inclusion in the co-design of simulations, alongside patient educators and participatory decision-makers, provides invaluable input from a p...
Source: British Journal of Nursing - March 6, 2024 Category: Nursing Authors: Tiago Horta Reis Da Silva Aby Mitchell Source Type: research