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No way home

Article Abstract:

A husband describes his wife's sudden cerebral haemorrhage, subsequent neurosurgery and aftercare. He recalls how he was told that recovery would be slow but steady, with impairment on her left side. However he was later to be told that his wife would never regain any real quality of life. Three and half years later, his wife is paralyzed on one side, has osteoporosis and diverticulosis, a confused mind and can do nothing for herself. He describes his wife's ward, which is small and run efficiently and humanely, and talks of humour being helpful in adversity.

Case studies, Brain, Brain hemorrhage, Neurological nursing

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Taking the strain

Article Abstract:

New guidelines on the control of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, a group of gram-positive bacteria resident on the skin of many people, were published in the UK in Aug 1998. The first main part of the guidelines presents the most recent epidemiology and scientific information on this issue, while the second main part offers guidelines for health care professionals. The document emphasizes that the range of antibiotics to treat methicillin-resistant S. aureus remains limited. These antibiotics are expensive and can be toxic for patients.

Drug therapy, Staphylococcus aureus

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Taking care of Kay

Article Abstract:

A husband describes how he coped with his wife's sudden brain haemorrhage which left her permanently disabled, and his subsequent dilemma when told he would have to remove her from hospital. After around 18 months of battling, and following news bulletins on national television, his wife was admitted to continuing care at their local hospital. Management apologized for placing him under pressure, and are intending to review their procedures, however he wonders why it was necessary to engage in arduous combat to secure rights for his wife.

Ethical aspects, Long-term care of the sick, Long term care

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