Lynne Pearce

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Wound care: what the framework for standardised treatment means for your patients

Guidance focuses on individualised care for pressure ulcers, lower limbs and surgical wounds

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My second-chance career: how one nurse conquered stigma to return to practice

History of mental ill health can end careers – but Hannah MacDonald had other ideas

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Intentional rounding: does it ensure consistency or hinder individualised patient care?

How the structured rounds system works in practice, plus what it means for compassionate care

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Nutrition-related sarcopenia: how to advise patients on improving diet

Sarcopenia is marked by a loss of muscle mass and often seen in older people

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Advanced practice in the community: combining leadership with rewarding hands-on care

Why my dynamic band 7 community nursing role is no place for outdated stereotypes

Learning Disability Practice

What is trauma-informed care and how can its principles support service users?

Past trauma can be missed in people with learning disabilities and mental health issues

Cancer Nursing Practice

NICE recommends use of breast cancer drug as new treatment option

Trastuzumab deruxtecan is a targeted treatment that could extend patients’ lives

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Medicines management for nursing students: what you need to know

Do you feel daunted by this area of practice? Read expert advice on five key issues

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Cardiac arrest and CPR: guidance update aims to improve survival and patient outcomes

Resuscitation UK advice affirms role of advance care planning

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Third wave of COVID-19: what might happen and how nurses can prepare for it

The next wave's timing and size in the UK is uncertain, but there are ways to get ready

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What is bank nursing and how might it work for you?

NHS banks provide flexible cover and can provide nurses with extra income and experience

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Atrial fibrillation risk, treatment and self-care: updated guidance

How to recognise and manage the symptoms of AF and advise patients on lifestyle adjustments

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LGBTIQ+ and healthcare: a guide to gender-inclusive language

Non-inclusive language can create barriers to quality cancer care

Lloyds Pharmacy nurse
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Acute care in the community: why it’s rich in career opportunities

Homecare is an acute nursing environment with a diverse range of roles at all levels

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How Schwartz rounds can help nursing students reflect and learn

Sessions give students a safe space to share and learn from the emotional aspects of training

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Volunteer vaccinators: a nursing role that’s about much more than just a jab in the arm

Nursing students explain why vaccine hubs are proving to be rich learning environments

Emergency Nurse

Guidance on AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine side effects

Which side effects might require further investigation?

Nursing Children and Young People

Children and young people’s health needs must be central post-pandemic

New RCN professional lead for children and young people Peta Clark sets out her priorities

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