Literature Review on the Effectiveness of Air Mattresses Compared to Standard Hospital Mattresses in Reducing Pressure Ulcer Incidence in Adult Hospitalized Patients
Introduction Pressure ulcers, often referred to as bedsores, remain a significant concern in healthcare settings, particularly among hospitalized adults who are immobile or have ...
Critical Reflection on PIC Line Management for CNS Lymphoma Patients with Confusion
Introduction This essay critically reflects on the management of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC) lines in patients with Central Nervous System (CNS) lymphoma who ...
The Importance of Using Reflection and Reflective Models in Nursing Practice
Introduction Reflection is a fundamental component of professional development in nursing, enabling practitioners to critically evaluate their experiences, enhance clinical skills, and improve patient ...
The Problem and Solution of the Use of AI by Nurses
Introduction The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare represents a transformative shift with the potential to revolutionise nursing practice. As technology advances, AI ...
Using Examples from Practice, Explain the Concept of Duty of Care, What It Is and Where It Came From, and Critically Discuss Its Importance in Relation to the Practice of the Nursing Associate, Focusing on Duty of Candour and Mental Capacity and Consent
Introduction The concept of duty of care is fundamental to healthcare practice, serving as a legal and ethical cornerstone for professionals, including nursing associates. ...
Reflection on a Practice Situation Involving Communication in Dentistry
Introduction Effective communication is a cornerstone of dental practice, underpinning patient trust, informed consent, and successful treatment outcomes. In dentistry, communication challenges can significantly ...
The Importance of NMC Code of Conduct and Its Connection to Lifelong Learning
Introduction The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Conduct serves as a cornerstone for professional nursing practice in the United Kingdom, providing a ...
PICOT Question: In Patients Undergoing Prolonged Spine Surgery (P), Does the Use of Warmed Intravenous Fluids Combined with Active External Warming (I) Compared to Active External Warming Alone (C) Affect the Maintenance of Core Body Temperature and the Risk of Wound Infection (O)?
Introduction This essay explores a critical perioperative nursing issue through the lens of a PICOT question, focusing on thermal management in patients undergoing prolonged ...
Why Are Communication and Record Keeping Important in Healthcare?
Introduction Effective communication and meticulous record keeping are cornerstones of quality healthcare delivery. As a student exploring access to nursing, understanding these elements is ...
The Importance of Evidence-Based and Reflective Practice in Healthcare
Introduction Evidence-based practice (EBP) and reflective practice are cornerstones of modern healthcare, particularly for assistant practitioners who play a vital role in delivering safe ...
