Using an early warning system in a medical assessment unit

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Early warning systems help the medical assessment unit to detect the early signs of physiological deterioration by using scoring systems for routine observations of vital signs at the bedside of acutely ill patients. MEWS, a modified early warning system, is a simple scoring system suitable for use at the bedside of the terminally ill patients and can be easily applied to the medical assessment units and medical wards.

Medical Instruments and Supplies, Medical Instruments & Equipment, Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing, Usage, Medical equipment, Physiological apparatus

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Passionate about palliative care

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Nurses treating the terminally ill face unique challenges. Over 2,000 UK nurses specialize in this kind of care, most of them working through Macmillan Cancer Relief, and they serve as communication, education, and nursing experts.

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Palliative care: Meeting the needs of dying patients

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Caring for a patient who is dying, called palliative care is an experience most nurses face at some stage of their career. The nurse's approach to this sensitive area and the way to gain access to guidance are discussed.

Management, Palliative treatment, Palliative care, Company business management

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