Hepatitis C virus: its prevalence, implications and management

Article Abstract:

The implications of being hepatitis C virus (HCV) positive and the role of the hepatitis nurse specialist in the management of patients with this virus are described. The treatment options and the services provided by the Chelsea and Westminster Healthcare NHS trust are presented.

Care and treatment, Management, Company business management, Nursing specialties, Hepatitis C virus

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ANNOTATION: Supplement: Managing bowel function is vital

Article Abstract:

Bowel management is especially important for people with spinal cord injury (SCI) to prevent incontinence. Inspite of it being a part of basic nursing care, some nurses show reluctance to assist in these areas.

Prevention, Spinal cord injuries, Nursing care

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The health secretary's vision for 2004

Article Abstract:

Health secretary John Reid describes about his life and personal affection for the nursing profession. He predicts that 2004 will be demanding year for nurses and they will play the role of "arch-angles".

Personal narratives, Cabinet officers, Cabinet officials, Reid, John (British cabinet official)

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