Outputs (288)

The origins of current nurse education policy and its implication for nurse educators (2004)
Journal Article

The publication of Fitness for Practice [UKCC Commission for Nursing and Midwifery Education, 1999. Fitness for Practice (Chair Sir Leonard Peach). UKCC, London] in the United Kingdom (UK) came at a time when anxiety was being expressed by UK governm... Read More about The origins of current nurse education policy and its implication for nurse educators.

Consultant nurses in mental health: A discussion of the historical and policy context of the role (2004)
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This paper provides a platform for the discussion of the recent development of the nursing leadership role of consultant nurse. It focuses on the implementation of this role in mental health. The discussion is partially informed by evidence from pers... Read More about Consultant nurses in mental health: A discussion of the historical and policy context of the role.

Can nurses in cardiology areas prepare patients for implantable cardioverter defibrillator implant and life at home? (2004)
Journal Article

This study explored nurses' confidence and competence in preparing patients for having an implantable cardioverter defibrillator implanted and for life at home after discharge. Whilst research has identified various physical and psychosocial effects... Read More about Can nurses in cardiology areas prepare patients for implantable cardioverter defibrillator implant and life at home?.

'Do not attempt resuscitation' decision-making: a study exploring the attitudes and experiences of nurses. (2004)
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At the time of the research being undertaken, a policy regarding resuscitation decisions did not exist at a local hospital. However, it was proposed that a new 'do not attempt resuscitation' policy should be implemented. Nurses' attitudes to, and exp... Read More about 'Do not attempt resuscitation' decision-making: a study exploring the attitudes and experiences of nurses..

Differences between left and right suboccipital and intracranial vertebral artery dimensions: an influence on blood flow to the hindbrain? (2004)
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: Although vertebral artery (VA) blood flow is adequate in normal circumstances, reduction in the dimensions of the vessel because of atherosclerosis, or compression or stretching, may lead to hindbrain hypoxia with serious clin... Read More about Differences between left and right suboccipital and intracranial vertebral artery dimensions: an influence on blood flow to the hindbrain?.

Responding to the harassment and abuse of older people in the private rented sector: Legal and social perspectives (2004)
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Independent living, and hence active ageing, is seen by some governments as being supported through enabling and encouraging older people to live in mainstream housing. However, this emphasis upon ‘staying put’ and ‘ageing in place’ needs to recognis... Read More about Responding to the harassment and abuse of older people in the private rented sector: Legal and social perspectives.

Making words count: the value of qualitative research. (2004)
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In the current climate of evidence-based practice, physiotherapy is urged to prove its worth via rigorous scientific research. However, there are concerns that limited methodologies are used to explore complex therapeutic issues, and that the profess... Read More about Making words count: the value of qualitative research..

Digestion and absorption (2004)
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Improved understanding of gastrointestinal tract physiology has led to major progress in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. For example, the development of oral rehydration therapy based on understanding of sodium transport across the enter... Read More about Digestion and absorption.