Royal College of Nursing's Standards for Infusion Therapy: an overview.
PMID: 29368570 [PubMed - in process] (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - January 25, 2018 Category: Nursing Authors: Nicholson J Tags: Br J Nurs Source Type: research
Development and regulation of advanced nurse practitioners in the UK and internationally.
This article summarises the development of the ANP role in the UK and internationally, and issues relating to regulation. Globally, ANPs are regulated by one of three different bodies: nationally by central government or a professional body, or locally by employers. In the UK, the role is regulated by local procedures, relying on employers to make decisions about the scope and preparation for practice. Some of the challenges in the UK in relation to ANP regulation are discussed, including variations in scope, organisational constraints and lack of support. These challenges are exacerbated by a lack of role clarity, thereby...
Source: Nursing Standard - November 29, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: King R, Tod A, Sanders T Tags: Nurs Stand Source Type: research
A survey of staffing levels in paediatric diabetes services throughout the UK
ConclusionsWide variations in staffing levels existed across the four nations of the UK and important gaps were present in key areas.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Diabetic Medicine)
Source: Diabetic Medicine - November 24, 2017 Category: Endocrinology Authors: D. Charalampopoulos, R. Amin, J. T. Warner, R. M. Viner, F. Campbell, J. A. Edge, T. Stephenson, , Tags: Research Article Source Type: research
Royal College of Nursing response to the draft standards for nurses.
Abstract
Emeritus Professor Alan Glasper, University of Southampton, discusses the Royal College of Nursing's response to the Nursing and Midwifery Council consultation on standards to be finalised in spring 2018.
PMID: 29125344 [PubMed - in process] (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - November 9, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Glasper A Tags: Br J Nurs Source Type: research
Demands on community nurse mentors: Are new models for practice necessary?
This article will examine the challenges and benefits to community nursing of adopting new models of mentorship delivery.
PMID: 28956965 [PubMed - in process] (Source: British Journal of Community Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Community Nursing - September 29, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Ball J Tags: Br J Community Nurs Source Type: research
RN4CAST@IT ‐Ped: nurse staffing and children's safety
This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing)
Source: Journal of Advanced Nursing - September 27, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Loredana Sasso, Annamaria Bagnasco, Paolo Petralia, Silvia Scelsi, Milko Zanini, Gianluca Catania, Giuseppe Aleo, Nicoletta Dasso, Silvia Rossi, Roger Watson, Walter Sermeus, Giancarlo Icardi, Linda H. Aiken Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
What are community nurses experiences of assessing frailty and assisting in planning subsequent interventions?
Abstract
With an ageing population and increasing focus on community care, this study aimed to explore the experiences of community nurses in assessing frailty and planning interventions around frailty. Six community nurses were recruited for face-to-face semi-structured interviews as part of this qualitative study which was underpinned by a competence framework ( Royal College of Nursing, 2009 ). Thematic analysis was used and frailty was identified as an emerging topic within practice. Participants discussed several aspects associated with frailty; however, some uncertainty around the concept of frailty ...
Source: British Journal of Community Nursing - September 2, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Britton H Tags: Br J Community Nurs Source Type: research
RCN calls for social media campaign to increase meningitis vaccination uptake
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) is urging school leavers to get vaccinated against meningitis and says the government should launch an urgent social media campaign to encourage them to before fresher ’s week begins. (Source: The Pharmaceutical Journal)
Source: The Pharmaceutical Journal - August 18, 2017 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research
Are health visiting and school nursing in crisis?
Abstract
Emeritus Professor Alan Glasper, from the University of Southampton, discusses a report from the Royal College of Nursing on the significant decline in the number of school nurses and health visitors.
PMID: 28745970 [PubMed - in process] (Source: British Journal of Nursing)
Source: British Journal of Nursing - July 27, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Glasper A Tags: Br J Nurs Source Type: research
Investigating the attitudes of nurses who are obese.
Conclusion Obesity is often considered to be the result of an individual's lifestyle choices; however, nurses may experience environmental constraints in relation to their working practices that may affect their ability to lead healthy lifestyles. These factors should be addressed to reduce the high levels of obesity in the nursing workforce.
PMID: 28699463 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Nursing Standard)
Source: Nursing Standard - July 12, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Wills J, Kelly M Tags: Nurs Stand Source Type: research
Do not attempt cardiopulmonary resuscitation decisions: joint guidance.
Authors: Campbell R
Abstract
Since its introduction in the 1960s as a treatment to restart the heart after sudden cardiac arrest from a heart attack, attempts at cardiopulmonary resuscitation have become more common in other clinical situations. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation can be a lifesaving treatment, with the likelihood of recovery varying greatly depending on individual circumstances; however, overall, the proportion of people who survive following cardiopulmonary resuscitation is relatively low. Anticipatory decisions were recognised as being the best way of ensuring that cardiopulmonary resuscitati...
Source: Journal of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh - June 3, 2017 Category: General Medicine Tags: J R Coll Physicians Edinb Source Type: research
A national survey of nurse training: Confidence and competence in educating patients commencing methotrexate therapy
ConclusionsThere was a wide variety of training for this role. Confidence seemed to come with experience, training and knowledge, and took many months to develop. A training package in this area may be helpful. Reassuringly, confidence and knowledge were related. (Source: Musculoskeletal Care)
Source: Musculoskeletal Care - June 1, 2017 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Sandra Robinson, Andrew Hassell, Sarah Ryan, Nicola Adams, David Walker Tags: RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research
Traction: Principles and Application. RCN Guidance (2015), Royal College of Nursing. RCN; London.
Publication date: Available online 8 April 2017 Source:International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing Author(s): Rosemary Masterson (Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing)
Source: International Journal of Orthopaedic and Trauma Nursing - May 31, 2017 Category: Nursing Source Type: research
Identifying nurses' needs in relation to suicide awareness and prevention.
Conclusion It is important for issues related to suicide to be addressed in all fields of nursing, and to be included in the pre-registration nurse education curriculum. Staff should be supported in developing the skills they already have and using their interactions with others to improve their confidence in undertaking conversations about suicide.
PMID: 28247791 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Nursing Standard)
Source: Nursing Standard - February 28, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Rebair A, Hulatt I Tags: Nurs Stand Source Type: research
Vital role of school nursing
Cuts in public health funding risk widening child health inequalities. A recent review by the Health Service Journal highlights children and young people are bearing the brunt of the cuts in local authority budgets,1 with school nursing services as a result being significantly reduced in many parts of the country. School nursing is a universally accessible service that is non-stigmatising, with school nurses having a key role in promoting the health and well-being of children and young people. Essentially, the school nurse functions as health promoter and health educator, working in collaboration with families, teachers, y...
Source: Evidence-Based Nursing - December 13, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Smith, F. Tags: Health policy, Immunology (including allergy), Epilepsy and seizures, Adolescent health, Child and adolescent psychiatry (paedatrics), Child health, Child and adolescent psychiatry, Asthma, Dermatology, Health service research Editorials Source Type: research
