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<p>Insulin resistance is one of the most important causes of premature death in developed countries (Turtle 2000).
<p>Overseas travel, especially long-haul, can have risks that are not only associated with infection but also the mode of transport, climate, lifestyle and conditions at t
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Alcohol misuse is regarded as a major public health issue, which results in more health-related problems than tobacco and illicit su
<p>Examinations are an important part of assessment for nursing education.
<p>Safe administration of IV therapy requires skilled use of the equipment, knowledge of the associated risks and the prevention of adverse consequences.
<p>Endometriosis is a common condition that causes pain and distress to many women.
<p>Endometriosis is a common condition that causes pain and distress to many women.
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This article defines and demonstrates the complex nature of depression and the challenges that it presents for all nurses regardless
<p/> <p>This article defines and demonstrates the complex nature of depression and the challenges that it presents for all nurses regardless of the context of health
<p>Mistakes in calculation can lead to potentially dangerous prescribing errors.
<p>The MMR vaccine is currently the subject of controversy.
<p>The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has approved a new Code of Professional Conduct (NMC 2002a).
<p>The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has approved a new Code of Professional Conduct (NMC 2002a). This article discusses the main elements of the new code, examines the implications for the profession and encourages you to think about the implications for your own nursing practice.
<p>This article provides an overview of the essential physiology of the respiratory system to enhance understanding of the principles of intrapleural drainage.
<p>Prostate cancer is one of the most common malignancies in westernised countries. An alarming fact is that the incidence of prostate cancer is showing an upward trend. The author discusses the anatomy and physiology, epidemiology, aetiology and management of this disease.</p>
<p>This article offers students on diploma and degree courses a constructive step-by-step guide to planning, writing and critically reviewing their module assignment papers.
Undernutrition is a serious condition affecting significant numbers of patients in hospital. It increases the risk of mortality, delays recovery and increases the cost of hospitalisation.
This article examines the complex skills nurses need to manage pain in older people and the tools that can help quantify a subjective experience.
