Operations explained

Article Abstract:

Twenty patients undergoing prostate surgery at Edinburgh Royal Infirmary were surveyed to establish their understanding of the operation. All indicated they would have read an information booklet. The hospital prepared a booklet explaining the operation and gave it to a similar sample of 20 patients. The second groups' responses to a questionaire revealed that the booklet had improved understanding. The survey indicates that verbal communication between patient and staff can be enhanced by supplementary written information.

Surveys, Information services, Hospital patients, Comprehension

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Operations manager

Article Abstract:

Diabetes mellitus patients undergoing surgery require careful management to avoid complications. Good management will facilitate recovery and lessen risks of hypoglycaemia, hyperglycaemia and ketosis. Stable blood glucose levels are essential. Hospital admission should be about three days prior to surgery for adequate assessment. Early morning operations are most appropriate. Post-operative care encourages early mobility to lessen risks of pulmonary embolism and deep-vein thrombosis.

Management, Diabetics, Patient monitoring, Physiologic monitoring

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Security inspection units explained

Article Abstract:

The NRPB has produced a leaflet to show how x-rays are produced and how security inspection units operate. It is part of the NRPB Radiation at Work series, dealing with industrial radiography, radon in the workplace and natural radioactivity on oil rigs. It illustrates safety features and gives details of safe working practices.

Safety and security measures, Radiation, Radiation (Physics)

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