Great expectations
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The dilemma faced by nurses for being hounded by friends, relatives and strangers for medical assistance, and answers to health-related questions even when off duty is highlighted. The advantages and disadvantages in being sought for help are enumerated, but the need for honesty by nurses in expressing their inability to handle all situations and questions, is recommended.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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Is essence of care making difference?
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The practice scheme of the essence of care that aims to improve the fundamentals of care is reported. Attention is provided on the areas where there is self-care, personal and oral hygiene, food and nutrition, continence, pressure ulcers, safety of people with mental health needs, record keeping, and other such areas.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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The overseas nurses' champion
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In her role as an international support nurse, Helen Beatham, helps foreign nurses adapt to working in the United Kingdom. Her job involves setting up programs at her hospital for orientation, training and support of nurses coming in from other countries.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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