A Patient Presents to Clinic Complaining of Numbness and Tingling in Their Toes on Their Right Foot. What Neurological Assessments Would You Carry Out and Why?
Introduction In the field of foot health practice, encountering patients with symptoms such as numbness and tingling in the toes requires a systematic approach ...
The Ethos of Nursing in the Registration of Births of Children in Namibia
Introduction The ethos of professional practice in nursing emphasises ethical responsibilities, patient advocacy, and compliance with legal frameworks to promote health and well-being. In ...
Case Study on Management of Breast Cancer Toxicities
Introduction Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent malignancies affecting women globally, with treatments such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and targeted therapies often inducing ...
Managing Diabetic Foot Ulcer in a Patient With End-Stage Kidney Disease
Introduction Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) represent a significant complication in patients with diabetes mellitus, particularly when compounded by end-stage kidney disease (ESKD). As a ...
The Role of a Clinical Nurse Endoscopist in the NHS
Introduction The clinical nurse endoscopist (CNE) represents a pivotal advancement in nursing roles within the National Health Service (NHS), embodying the shift towards advanced ...
Thematic Analysis of Roy Adaptation Model Applications in Nursing Interventions
Introduction The Roy Adaptation Model (RAM), developed by Sister Callista Roy in the 1970s, is a prominent nursing theory that views individuals as adaptive ...
Examining Key Concepts in Nursing Leadership: Leadership Style, Team Culture (Bullying and Intimidation), Accountability, and Moral Distress
Introduction In the dynamic field of nursing, effective leadership is essential for delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive work environment. This essay ...
Case Study: Acute Neurological Deterioration – Suspected Ischaemic Stroke with AF and Hypertension
Introduction This essay presents a case study of Mr. Daniel Carr, a 76-year-old male patient admitted with acute neurological deterioration suspected to be an ...
Drawing on the case of Mrs Aroha Patel, critically evaluate how the integration of the Fundamentals of Care framework, Person-centred Practice framework, and cultural safety principles (professional, ethical and systemic responsibility) can support the delivery of holistic nursing care.
Introduction Holistic nursing care emphasises addressing the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients to promote overall well-being (Dossey and Keegan, 2016). ...
Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring: An Exploration and Application in Nursing Practice
Introduction Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring is a prominent framework in nursing that emphasises the humanistic aspects of care, distinguishing it from more ...
