Answer that soon

Article Abstract:

A nurse gained satisfaction from helping a cerebrovascular accident patient communicate. She accurately assessed the patient's abilities through observation. Although the patient was alert she was struggling to communicate. A chart showing words and pictures helped establish needs. The nurse also encouraged the patient's involvement in decision-making. A friendship developed between nurse and patient that enriched both lives. However, the patient did not recover from a further stroke six months later.

Column, Stroke (Disease), Stroke

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Reaching out

Article Abstract:

A nurse established a trusting relationship with a learning disabled patient to assist his transition from hospital to the community. Nurse and patient developed friendship based on mutual respect. The nurse admired the patient's strong personality after an institutional life. Support involved outings into the community as preparation for community life. The nurses's involvement will end with the successful transition to community care.

Learning disabilities, Learning disorders

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'Look after me.' (nursing a hospital patient)(includes related commentary)(Nursing Narratives)

Article Abstract:

A student nurse questioned whether an operation was appropriate care for an elderly woman. The patient appealed to the nurse for care but died two days after exploratory surgery. However, the nurse provided support through a caring relationship with the patient. Her caring attitude continued even after the patient lost consciousness.

Frail elderly

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