Using a range of interventions to prevent falls in hospital

Article Abstract:

The incidence and cost of falls in hospital are outlined, recommending ways that nurses can adopt to prevent the falls. Multifaceted interventions and tremendous care could prove to be an effective way to reduce the number of falls.

Falls (Accidents), Accidental falls, Patients, Patient care

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Brief interventions for people who drink heavily; health care professionals can intervene to educate clients on the risks of heavy drinking

Article Abstract:

Information about brief nursing interventions to educate heavy drinkers is presented. Brief interventions may be useful for patients overindulge in alcohol but are not yet dependent on it.

Study and teaching, Alcohol education

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`Nurses can play a key role in tackling alcohol misuse?'

Article Abstract:

The author advises nurses to help prevent binge drinking.

Alcoholism, Viewpoint essay

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