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Cleanliness rules ok

Article Abstract:

Independent contractors are not cleaning hospitals properly, and ward sisters now have the authority to enforce cleaning standards. However, the government should invest more in domestic services and let the ward sisters be clinical leaders rather than adding domestic responsibilities to their long list of duties.

Author: Hateley, Paul
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
Editorial, Laws, regulations and rules, Powers and duties, Cleaning services industry, Hospital housekeeping

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Aseptic non-touch technique

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A standard aseptic non-touch technique for nurses could help to reduce the spread of infection in hospitals. The principles of ANTT include washing hands effectively and not contaminating key parts. The technique can be used for central and peripheral line care, as well as other clinical procedures.

Author: Rowley, Stephen
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
Standards, Methods, Sterilization (Disinfection), Sterilization

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9 hints on how to get to grips with the UK

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Many nurses are traveling overseas to work in Britain, and adjusting to the new environment can sometimes be difficult. Newcomers should expect to work long, hard hours and prepare for confusing language scenarios. Other lifestyle tips and employment advice for foreign nurses are presented.

Author: Stanley, David
Publisher: Macmillan Publishing Ltd.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
Health care industry, International aspects

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Subjects list: United Kingdom, Nurses
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