Sexual health and the respiratory patient
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Guidance on ways of discussing and promoting the sexual health of patients with respiratory diseases is presented. Their physical and psychological symptoms are described and strategies for enhancing sexual wellbeing are explored.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2001
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Recognition, prevention and management of sputum retention
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This article examines treatment options for the excess secretion of tracheobronchial sputum, focusing on the clearing of the airway through coughing. Topics include patient hydration, pain relief and physiotherapy.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2003
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A guide to assessing sputum
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Sputum can provide important information for the assessment of respiratory disease. Issues concerning sputum production, patient assessment and the treatment of patients with respiratory disease are discussed.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2000
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