A plan for introducing evidence-based practice

Article Abstract:

A study at the Victoria Infirmary, Glasgow, Scotland, found research-based changes to nursing activities were not fully evaluated and in some cases not recognized as the result of a research program. A Nursing/Midwifery Research and Practice Development Group was set up to evaluate and popularize the development of new nursing practices from research. The group found 107 examples of evidence-based practice changes. The group initiated a meeting for link nurses to further their work. The link nurses decided to research the practice of oral hygiene in their departments.

Health aspects, Practice, Scotland, Nurses

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Enzymatic debridement: a cost comparison

Article Abstract:

The use of hydrogel in the treatment of pressure sores is not only much cheaper than an enzyme based hydrogel but more successful, according to the findings of a recent study. Seventeen patients each received either type of gel to the necrotic areas of their sores which were monitored daily. The hydrogel was shown to work faster at removing the dead and infected areas of the pressure sores. Twelve days treatment with hydrogel was 83.40 pounds sterling cheaper than using the enzyme based hydrogel.

Usage, Bedsores, Decubitus ulcer, Colloids

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Missing links

Article Abstract:

The role of public health nursing covers several key areas, such as working within communities and providing a link between services and community. A UK study of public health nurses found definition of their role was lacking, causing them to feel confused and stressed as to the exact nature of their job within the community. The study revealed key areas of change, such as greater education, a more structured approach to their tasks and greater representation within health authorities.

Public health nursing

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