Meeting the needs of families of patients in intensive care units

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This article examines how nurses can communicate with patients and family in the intensive care unit, focusing on the responsibilities of the critical care nurse in this hectic environment. Topics include care-giving and presenting family with understandable information.

Family, Critically ill

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Extra care

Article Abstract:

This article examines how nurses can best serve patients with disabilities, focusing on communication methods and nursing expertise. Topics include training for nurses in the UK's National Health Service to empower patients with disabilities.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Standards, Cover Story, Disabled persons

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Giving patients their lives back

Article Abstract:

This article examines the social aspects of care for stroke patients, focusing on the importance of individualized care for older people. Topics include medical quality management and the nurse-patient relationship.

Stroke patients

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