Time to clean up our act

Article Abstract:

Trust in the doctor-patient and nurse-patient relationship is a sensitive and complex issue. Patients must expose themselves physically and emotionally, and in return must be treated with respect. Cases of misconduct have highlighted issues of trust and regulation within the medical profession. It is clear that nurses must place strong emphasis on retaining patient trust, thus ensuring the well-being of nursing as a profession and of every element of nursing care.

Psychological aspects, Physician and patient, Physician-patient relations, Nurse and patient, Nurse-patient relations

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Time to swing the mood

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the rising incidence of depression in the developed world. The prediction by the World Health Organization that depression will be the second most frequent disease by 2020 is discussed.

Care and treatment, Diagnosis, Depression, Mental, Depression (Mood disorder), Cognition disorders, Cognitive disorders

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Don't be a slack Alice

Article Abstract:

The key role of nurses in maintaining standards of cleanliness in UK hospitals is discussed. Initiatives designed to give ward sisters new powers to ensure that wards are properly cleaned are to be welcomed.

Hospitals, Practice, Nursing, Maintenance and repair

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