Clinical
Our clinical nursing articles aim to inform and educate nurse practitioners and students. This is achieved through the publication of peer-reviewed, evidence-based, relevant and topical articles.
Exploring the prevalence, characteristics and nursing assessment of neuropathic pain
Recognise the importance of undertaking a holistic assessment of this type of pain
29 Aug 2023
Supporting transgender patients with their personal hygiene
Understand the importance of providing equitable and inclusive care to this patient group
21 Aug 2023
Enhancing nutrition screening in patients with kidney disease
The challenges of identifying malnutrition in this patient group, and tools that can help
07 Aug 2023
Recognising and responding to bruising in children
Understand the circumstances where bruising might be suspicious and what actions to take
24 Jul 2023
Acute kidney injury in the critical care setting
Understand patient management in this setting, including continuous renal replacement therapy
17 Jul 2023
Staff experiences of the nursing associate role in a community setting
Recognise the potential benefits and challenges related to the role
10 Jul 2023
An overview of heart failure
Enhance your knowledge of its pathophysiology, causes, diagnosis and management
03 Jul 2023
Intramuscular injection: exploring the evidence on effective administration
Understand injection site selection, appropriate equipment and injection procedure
26 Jun 2023
Recognising suspected stroke in patients and providing optimal immediate care
Know the signs and symptoms to assist in preserving life and preventing deterioration
19 Jun 2023
Capturing patient experience
Details of data collection methods used to capture this crucial measure of care quality
12 Jun 2023
An overview of complications in type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Recognise the importance of maintaining optimal glycaemic control in patients
05 Jun 2023
Effects of climate change on patients with respiratory and cardiovascular conditions
Understand the ways climate change can aggravate asthma, COPD and cardiovascular disease
01 Jun 2023
Anxiety disorders: exploring their presentation and treatment
Understand the psychological and pharmacological treatments available
25 May 2023
Type 2 diabetes: treatment recommendations for reducing the risk of complications
Learn about the latest national guidelines, including pharmacological treatment
15 May 2023
Nurses’ use of digital technology during the COVID-19 pandemic
Service evaluation looked at usability of systems and barriers to their use
09 May 2023
Developing cultural competence in caring for people with mental health conditions
Identify strategies for providing effective and inclusive care to this patient group
02 May 2023
Ensuring effective infection prevention and control in the community
Refresh your knowledge of procedures such as safe waste management and aseptic technique
26 Apr 2023
Using collective leadership to support nurses and enhance patient outcomes
Increase your knowledge of relational approaches to leading staff
24 Apr 2023