How to calculate drug doses and infusion rates accurately
Oct 16, 2017 · Miscalculating doses is a common source of drug errors. This article explains how to calculate drug doses and highlights common errors. After reading it, you can undertake the …
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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 …
Administering Drugs via a Subcutaneous Injection - Nursing Times
Aug 28, 2018 · Unlike muscle, subcutaneous tissue does not have a rich blood supply, and absorption of drugs delivered via that route is therefore slower than via the intramuscular route …
Communication skills 1: benefits of effective ... - Nursing Times
Nov 20, 2017 · Introduction. It is estimated that the cost of poor communication to the NHS is over £1bn per year, and can lead to poor adherence to medication regimens, repeat visits to clinics, …
Neurological assessment Part 2 - Nursing Times
Jul 15, 2008 · Click here for more articles in our Practical Procedures series.. Pupillary assessment is an important part of neurological assessment because changes in the size, …
What is clinical supervision and how can it be delivered in practice ...
Jan 17, 2022 · Abstract. Clinical supervision is not a new phenomenon and has been used for many years across a variety of healthcare disciplines, including mental health and midwifery; …
Communication skills 3: non-verbal communication - Nursing Times
Jan 15, 2018 · Abstract. It is impossible not to communicate in an interaction, and non-verbal communication can sometimes be more powerful than words. Our body language may betray …
Nil by mouth: best practice and patient education - Nursing Times
Jun 20, 2014 · Preparing patients. The multidisciplinary team should have a good knowledge and understanding of fasting guidelines so patients are given accurate information, relevant …
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 …