In praise of model nurses

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Outpatient nurses have many attributes and their work can be demanding and diverse. These nurses have to acquire a variety of specialist skills through extra training and their job and could be models for modern nurses.

Author: Howard, Sandra
Hospitals, Hospital outpatient services

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NT Practice solutions

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Issues are presented concerning the care given to patients undergoing anticoagulation treatment in their home environment. The use of warfarin and the role of anticoagulation nurse specialists are discussed.

Author: Webb, Lilian
Drug therapy, Dosage and administration, Warfarin, Blood diseases, Hematologic diseases

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A fair share

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Issues are presented concerning the investigation by the Audit Commission into the workload of district nurses. The increase in workload which corresponds with an increase in elderly patients is discussed.

Author: Spens, Christine
Investigations, Community medicine, United Kingdom. Audit Commission for Local Authorities in England and Wales

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Subjects list: Services, Nurses
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