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Principles of asepsis 1: the rationale for using aseptic ...
Apr 14, 2020 · The fundamental principle of an aseptic technique/ANTT incorporates protecting key elements of the equipment that should remain free from micro-organisms, for example, the inside of a sterile dressing or the barrel of a sterile needle (NICE, 2012). These ‘key parts’ or ‘key sites’ are crucial components of any invasive procedure.
What are Compassion in Practice and the 6Cs of nursing?
Feb 14, 2022 · The strategy, which was not directly backed with government funding, was underpinned by six fundamental values designed to support professionals and care staff to deliver excellent care. The values were care, compassion, competence, communication, courage and commitment, and became commonly referred to as the “6Cs of nursing”.
Colours unveiled for national NHS uniform in England
Sep 27, 2023 · The new uniform design may be adopted by trusts from early 2024, NHS Supply Chain said, after a lengthy project which began in 2019. Standardised colours for clinical professionals have been in place in Scotland and Wales for over a decade. This consultation, which concluded in 2021, found that 88% of nursing staff said they were in favour of a ...
Performing an A-G patient assessment: a step-by-step guide
Jan 6, 2020 · The A-G method is a systematic and structured approach to patient assessment useful both in daily nursing practice and emergency situations. This article provides a step-by-step description of the method
A new model of reflection for clinical practice - Nursing Times
Aug 17, 2015 · A new model has been created to simplify the process. Reflection is a tool that is commonly used as part of student nurse education and in clinical practice, and is often supported by the use of reflective models. It can help demonstrate everyday learning and is also useful for processing thoughts after a critical incident.
'Leaky legs': strategies for the treatment and management ...
Dec 19, 2016 · Introduction. The management of lymphorrhoea (grossly oedematous legs) poses major challenges because the condition is often accompanied by the leakage of considerable volumes of fluid – indeed the condition is commonly known as ‘leaky legs’ (Lymphoedema Framework, 2006). This article describes the pathophysiology of lymphovenous disease, strategies to help prevent or treat complications ...
Measuring and managing fluid balance - Nursing Times
Jul 15, 2011 · Abstract. Shepherd A (2011) Measuring and managing fluid balance.Nursing Times; 107: 28, early online publication. Ensuring patients are adequately hydrated is an essential part of nursing care, yet a recent report from the Care Quality Commission found “appalling” levels of care in some NHS hospitals, with health professionals failing to manage dehydration.
Urinalysis: how to interpret results - Nursing Times
Jun 7, 2016 · Introduction. Urine testing or urinalysis is a valuable tool to screen an patient and diagnose their health status. It provides valuable information about hydration, renal and urinary tracts, liver disease, diabetes mellitus and urinary-tract infections.Urine is formed in the kidneys and, through glomerular filtration, tubular reabsorption and tubular secretion, is …
Injection technique 1: administering drugs via the intramuscular …
Mar 15, 2022 · Depress the plunger slowly at a rate of 1ml/10 seconds; this aids absorption of the drug and reduces pain (Lister et al, 2020). Wait for 10 seconds to allow the drug to diffuse into the tissue, then quickly withdraw the needle (Lister et al, 2020). Apply a …