Looking after Gemma

Article Abstract:

A care study of a baby with Edwards' Syndrome is presented. The baby was born with trisomy or chromosomal abnormalities following a normal pregnancy. A small jaw and mouth made feeding difficult. However, home care was possible. A naso-gastric tube was used for initial feeding although she gradually progressed to solid food and drinks. Few sufferers live beyond 12 months. The baby progressed well initially but died when she was about six months old. Nursing care largely involved support and encouragement for the family.

Birth defects, Portrayals, Infants, Trisomy, Infant care

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Variety is the spice of life

Article Abstract:

A district nurse discusses the details of a typical working day. The ways in which she prepares at the beginning of the day for the tasks ahead are considered, and her patients' many different needs are presented. The treatment required by an elderly man with insulin-dependent diabetes is discussed, and visits to other patients are also detailed. The ways in which community nursing has changed are considered, and the need to communicate regularly with colleagues and to undertake office-based work is detailed.

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Practical pointers on Parkinson's

Article Abstract:

A Parkinson's disease nurse describes the various aspects of her work. Her visits to patients in their own homes are detailed, and the enjoyment of the challenge of working with Parkinson's patients is emphasized.

Parkinson's disease, Parkinson disease

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