Prescribers face toughest tests
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Nurses are facing tougher numeracy tests during their prescribing training under the draft plans drawn up by the regulating authority. As per the standards set, nurses would have to achieve 100 per cent of numeracy tests, which include drug calculations.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2006
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Are the NMC's fees value for the money
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The Nursing Midwifery Council says it will raise its membership rates to pay for higher administrative costs. The organization works with the government to set standards for nurses and midwives.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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Report targets improvements in health provision for men
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A report that reveals the need for gender-sensitive services to improve healthcare of men and boys is discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2007
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