Recording a 12-lead ECG: a guide for nurses
This article describes the procedure for obtaining an accurate ECG recording, and outlines some of the issues that might lead to errors and inaccuracies.
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As a student on placement, securing enough time with your practice assessor can be challenging.
This often leads to worries about getting your proficiencies signed off.
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If a patient’s fluid balance is not measured correctly a fluid overload can develop, leading to possible heart failure or other life-threatening conditions.
Find out how nurses can help improve fluid balance monitoring and reduce risk.
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Incident reporting is vital for patient safety, but staff describe feeling pressured to remain silent, fearing repercussions if they speak out
Advice on how to use incident reporting systems effectively, including what is and isn't appropriate to report.
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Great attendance yesterday for our ED Blood Transfusion Part 2 study session - big thank you to Paul, our lead blood transfusion practitioner for delivering this and ensuring staff compliance and patient safety!
Datix abuse: the safety issues ignored or minimised by managers
Get advice on how to use incident reporting systems effectively, including establishing what is and is not appropriate to report, and recognising Datix is not about apportioning blame.
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Delivering the best handover for deteriorating patients: a guide for nurse
Lear more about what tools to use and what information is required for an effective handover.
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Congratulations Archa! One of our first successful ED course candidates. After all their hard work she and the rest of her cohort have passed and recieved their certificates from @MiddlesexUni@TraceyL14083012
A coroner raised concerns over nursing and other hospital staff's 'lack of confidence' in the use of falls risk assessments and enhanced supervision after a patient died from a head injury following an unwitnessed fall.
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Final day of Cohort 2 of our Emergency Nursing Course!! Been an absolute pleasure!!
Also received great news this week that all of Cohort 1 has successfully passed!!!
Last week was a busy one! Orientating our lovely new starters to ED, Plastering sessions and our Nurses clinical skills day!
Thank you again to @gennie_labro and Deborah Watkins (falls prevention lead) for your contribution on our skills day
How can I refresh a clinical skill I’ve not used in a while?
Find out what refresher courses are available to nurses, plus how to build up your confidence again.
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Do you know your ABCDE from your NEWS2 and your GCS?
Read our guide for nursing students about the many abbreviations and acronyms used in clinical practice.
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How can I overcome fears about making a mistake as a nurse?
Get advice on addressing anxiety over making errors at work, plus how to handle errors if they do occur and build confidence through training or reflection.
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