New protection for old

Article Abstract:

Working with elderly people can be very stressful, and many health professionals have reached the point where they feel that they cannot cope any more. Against this background, it is inevitable that cases of systematic or one-off elder abuse arise. Abuse takes place in all environments where old people are cared for, but is a particular cause for concern in the nursing home sector. It is vital that health professionals are taught the necessary skills for dealing with stress when working with elderly people. Most importantly, they must depersonalise the situation.

Aged, Elder abuse

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Badge of courage

Article Abstract:

A Red Cross nurse who inspired Band Aid, describes her experiences of nursing in Ethiopia, Lebanon, Uganda and Afghanistan. In Ethiopia, her nursing involved educating mothers in the use of rehydration fluids for their own children, first aid and teaching English. She has received the Florence Nightingale Medal for courage and devotion to duty and has now become an International Committee of the Red Cross nurse adviser in West Africa.

Achievements and awards, Nursing

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Can do, can't do?: an innovative nurse-led service for people with disabilities is waiting to hear if it has a future

Article Abstract:

Can Do (Changing Abilities Now: Disability Options) is a new nurse led service for those with disabilities. It is based in two former wards of a hospital and has a main social area, a kitchen, a sitting room, a craft room and a gym. It is a drop-in service and is managed by a committee of clients, volunteers and carers.

Care and treatment, Disabled persons

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