Mending broken bones

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Up to 20,000 UK elderly patients may die each year due to circumstances related to hip fracture, according to the National Osteoporosis Society. A rise in the number of elderly people has lead to an increase in patients being admitted for fractured hips. The UK National Health Service has implemented a fast-track referral process to speed up the time it take for elderly hip fracture patients to be transferred to a trauma ward. Patients may often need by physical and psychological help to overcome problems associated with hip fracture.

Care and treatment, Aged patients, Elderly patients, Fractures (Injuries), Fractures, Hip joint, Hip fractures

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Invisible mending

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The fundamental principle of caring that is the basis of the nursing profession is the one essential skill for mental health nurses. While all nurses claim that their work requires basic psychiatric skills, the nature of the illness of psychiatric patients means that psychiatric nurses are commonly dealing with vulnerable and anxious people. The career opportunities within mental health are discussed.

Vocational guidance, Community psychiatric services, Community mental health services, Psychiatric nursing

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More than just mending bones

Article Abstract:

Alison Williams, an F-grade orthopaedics sister, discusses about her life and work experience. According to her, team working is strong in orthopaedics and thus she enjoys the different challenges that elective and trauma orthopaedics offer.

United States, Personal narratives, Orthopedic nursing, Williams, Alison

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