Student Nurses

How effective are nurses’ medicine discussions?

Patient adherence to diabetes medicines is linked to a lower risk of mortality. A study explored whether nurses follow guidance on patient-centred medicine discussions.

Using safety crosses for patient self-reflection

Patients in a medium-secure mental health unit used Productive Ward safety crosses as a tool for self-reflection in order to promote recovery.

Developing clinical research nurses

Clinical research nurses can make a vital contribution to high-quality care. This project explored the issues they face in terms of development and support.

Preventing falls in patients

A high number of patients were admitted to a ward with mobility problems owing to a history of alcohol misuse. A sister led a project to reduce the incidence of falls.

Writing the perfect essay

Nursing may be a practical profession but you’ll have to write essays to show you know your stuff. Use Tim Miller’s tips to do a good job

Top Tips for doing your literature review!

Many undergraduates and qualified nurses who have returned to study do a literature review as the final part of their degree. Helen Aveyard’s advice will ease the process and make it more enjoyable

The image of nursing: How to combat negative stereotypes

By Sandy Summers

Is it any wonder nurses are continually undermined when their portrayal in the media is so belittling? Sandy Summers examines the image they are given and how to combat negative stereotypes

Finding a balance

Don’t let your training be draining. Handling work pressures can be tough so Happy Nurse, Claire Westwood, outlines some tools to help you stay on top of your work and get the most out of your life

Useful links for student nurses

Useful news sources, places to go for helpful advice and a selection of websites that will help you research and write your essays.

MPs call for mandatory HCA regulation

By Shaun Lintern

Healthcare assistants should be subject to compulsory regulation similar to nurses, an influential group of MPs has said.

Hospital work experience scheme to be extended

By The Press Association

A scheme that gives unpaid job hunters the chance to provide patient care in the wards of a hospital is set to be extended, it has emerged.

Children’s nursing revolutionary receives honorary award

By Steve Ford

Marcelle de Sousa, who revolutionised healthcare for children and young people in the UK, has been honoured for her achievements by London South Bank University.

#NurChat - Is the Nursing and Care Quality Forum a waste of money?

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