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Rostering in a pandemic: Sustainability is key
(2020-10)In preparation for the peak of the first wave of COVID-19, many healthcare organisations implemented emergency rotas to ensure they were adequately staffed. These rotas - while addressing the acute issues - are in many ... -
Improving confidence in completing ReSPECT forms
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Building a Positive Culture Around Exception Reporting
(2018-12)In this new case study, we find out how University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust built a positive culture around exception reporting. Exception reporting benefits both junior doctors and employers. ... -
A clinical evaluation of Algivon® Plus manuka honey dressings for chronic wounds.
(2017-11)This study reviews the literature on manuka honey and presents the results of an evaluation of Algivon® Plus with 100% medical grade manuka honey with a superabsorbent, secondary (Eclypse®) or foam dressing. Data were ... -
Quantitative analysis of qualitative information from interviews: A systematic literature review
(2014-04)Background: A systematic literature review was conducted on mixed methods area. Objectives: The overall aim was to explore how qualitative information from interviews has been analyzed using quantitative methods. Methods: ... -
Pierre Bourdieu: Expanding the scope of nursing research and practice
(2017-10)Bourdieu is an important thinker within the sociological tradition and has a philosophically sophisticated approach to theoretical knowledge and research practice. In this paper, we examine the implication of his work for ... -
How does role transition affect the experience of trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners: Qualitative evidence synthesis
(2018-02)BackgroundAdvanced Clinical Practitioners have been developed to address current and future gaps in the medical workforce. Insight into problems associated with Advanced Clinical Practitioner transition may help present ... -
Knowledge, attitude and barriers towards research in the national health service (NHS)
(2014-10)In the 21st century, healthcare professionals know a great deal about health, disease and medicine. However, much remains uncertain and continued investment in research aims to find better ways of managing patients, improving ... -
Non-adherence to treatment of chronic wounds: patient versus professional perspectives.
(2017-08)The reasons for the non-adherence to treatment for wound healing are complex and fall into unintentional and intentional categories. This study explored intentional and unintentional non-adherence to treatment from ... -
We must not repeat the mistakes of Mid Staffs
(2017-03)These are exceptionally tough times for everyone providing care and treatment across NHS settings. Colleagues on the front line face unprecedented pressure day in, day out, without any respite and often with limited ... -
Measuring the impact of information skills training: A survey of health libraries in England
(2014-08)Background: The lack of robust research measuring the impact of NHS based information skills training prompted the West Midlands Regional Trainers’ Forum to conduct a post-training survey. Methods: This is a multi-centred ... -
How clinical observation enhances recruitment and selection.
(2012-11)A survey of nurse managers in Derby Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2010 found 51 practitioners working at an advanced clinical level, but there were variations in titles, pay bands, clinical skills and academic ... -
The impact of the introduction of fidaxomicin on the management of Clostridium difficile infection in seven NHS secondary care hospitals in England: a series of local service evaluations.
(2016-02)Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is associated with high mortality. Reducing incidence is a priority for patients, clinicians, the National Health Service (NHS) and Public Health England alike. In June 2012, fidaxomicin ... -
Efficiency and cost effectiveness of negative pressure wound therapy
(2015-10)Negative pressure wound therapy can be used to treat wounds of varying aetiology. This article presents findings of a literature review investigating the efficiency and cost effectiveness of this form of therapy. Since ... -
A prospective study of adverse drug reactions to antiepileptic drugs in children.
(2015-06)Antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) and to prospectively evaluate the effect of AEDs on behaviour. SETTING: A single centre prospective observational study. PARTICIPANTS: Children (<18 years old) receiving one or more AEDs for ...