A PEG service with nurses at its heart
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A description is presented of the percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) placement service which is nurse-led and which is available at the Leicester General Hospital. The technique used to perform a PEG is discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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In-hospital resuscitation for ward nurses
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Nurses in the United Kingdom receive basic training in life support techniques, but there is a need for more. Resuscitating patients in hospitals is different and requires different techniques.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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Practical procedures for nurses: stoma care - 6(a) complications
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Practical advice for nurses is presented with reference to the care of the stoma. Complications which can arise such as stenosis are described and correct treatments are explained.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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