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Pregnancy Loss Guidance for Nursing
Nurses and midwives should be aware and comfortable supporting the potential distress associated with pregnancy loss regardless of gestation. The unexpected loss of a pregnancy at any gestation can be frightening, devastating and traumatic, leading to depression and anxiety. This guidance is intended to provide an overview of the needs of those who have suffered a pregnancy loss, and to support best practice for nurses working in a wide range of settings.
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Promoting Menstrual Wellbeing
Menstruation is both a physiological and psychological milestone in a woman’s life. This updated publication has been developed to help nurses breakdown the stigma that can be associated with what is a completely natural process. It is important to use appropriate and flexible communication methods to ensure information on the menstrual cycle is delivered in an accessible format for women.
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Protecting nursing staff during the flu surge: Why respiratory risk assessment matters
Why respiratory risk assessment is important in protecting nursing staff from flu
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Belinda’s legacy of learning
Sally reflects on her first health care role working alongside inspirational care assistant Belinda
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Dementia care: reaching patients when English is their second language
After witnessing how hard it can be to get dementia information in the Sikh community, Pauline calls for action to reduce social isolation
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A catalyst for change
After eight years on RCN Council, and four years as Chair, Michael Brown reflects on a job well done
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Stand and deliver
Have you thought about standing for election to the RCN professional nursing or trade union committees? Find out why it’s something you should consider…
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Supervision to suit you
New supervision standards mean that all RCN learning reps and safety reps will be given the same level of high quality support
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How to support staff off sick with work-related stress
RCN steward Phil Noyes shares his advice on how to make sure members experiencing work-related stress get the sick pay they're entitled to
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Too posh to wash?
Never, says student nurse Toni Wade as she reflects on the value of delivering hands-on, personal care
