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Varicella zoster virus: chickenpox and shingles
Discover how to care for these two common communicable conditions - chicken pox occurring mostly in childhood, and herpes zoster, also known as shingles affecting mainly older adults. Serious complications are a particular risk for pregnant women, unborn children and neonates.
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How to provide preoperative care to patients
Learn how to provide the physical and psychosocial care that prepares a patient to undergo surgery safely.
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Guidance for novice authors on writing a journal article
Learn how to write for publication. The module explains the process of drafting and revising an article, the peer review proces and the expectations of journal editors.
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Preventing, assessing and treating skin tears
Increase your awareness of the pathophysiology, risk factors, initial treatment and ongoing management of skin tears.
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Hypertension: diagnosis, assessment and management
Improve outcomes for patients with hypertension by following the most recent guidance. This module discusses blood pressure monitoring, risk factors and targets, lifestyle advice, drug treatment and patient education.
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How to write an action plan with a nurse or nursing student
Learn how to write an action plan and conduct an action plan meeting.
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Publications
Key reports and publications from the RCN Foundation, a UK fundraising and grant-making charity.
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Understanding and mitigating low health literacy
Learn what strategies and techniques can be used to mitigate low health literacy among patients and service users.
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Intrapleural chest drainage: pathophysiology, treatment and nursing care
Nurses caring for patients with intrapleural chest drains require knowledge and skill to ensure patient safety. Revise and update your clinical practice by reading this module on chest drainage.
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Identification, assessment and treatment of urinary incontinence and bowel control issues
Enhance your understanding of common urinary incontinence and bowel control issues.
