Intravenous therapy at home
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The increasing provision of intravenous (IV) therapy in the home raises a number of issues for community nurses and health services. Patient assessment is vital, as are infection control and a thorough knowledge of IV techniques. There also has to be good communication between health workers. However, costs are lower than for hospital treatment, and patients seem to benefit from the reduced stress connected with therapy in their own homes and under their own control. Experiences of home IV therapy in Oxfordshire and Leicester, England, are included.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1997
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The value of nursing
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Nursing initiatives at Greenwich and Hastings hospitals, South East Thames Regional Health Authority, England reflect the theme of International Nurses' Day on May 12, 1993. The International Council of Nurses is promoting high-quality cost-effective nursing care. The hospitals have implemented pilot schemes emphasising nurse productivity. Greenwich Child Care Unit aims to reduce waiting times for investigations. Nurses at Hastings aim to rationalise medical and nursing assessment of elderly patients.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 1993
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