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Population Health Needs Analysis: Victims of Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking in the UK
Full text linkModern slavery and human trafficking in the United Kingdom presents a series of new challenges for those working within the healthcare sector (Dalphins, 2016). Healthcare professionals have unique access to those involved in modern slavery, with over 88 percent of survivors reporting that they had accessed medical care on numerous occasions throughout their ordeal (Polaris Project, 2016). The variation in victim demographic, the differing forms of exploitation experienced and the traumatic nature of their ordeal can greatly affect the health of modern slavery victims (Adams, 2012). The enormity of the issue must be acknowledged and pre-emptive action taken to overcome barriers to satisfactory health and ultimately end the cycle of exploitation
Linking nursing theory to nursing practice using the Chapelhow Framework: A case study
No full textDuring observation of and involvement in ongoing care of a patient at risk of developing pressure ulcers and malnutrition, I was able to relate Chapelhow nursing theory to practice using two elements of its framework, assessment and risk management. I researched the efficacy of the tools used during assessment, the quantitative Waterlow Score tool and qualitative nursing clinical judgement tool. I also had the opportunity to assist in implementing and updating care plans tailored for the patient’s specific needs, which were used as part of risk management of the patient’s current condition, and to prevent further deterioration and improve life expectancy
Smoking, alcohol and obesity: Health promotion opportunities relevant to acutely ill vascular and urology patients.
Full text linkAlcohol, smoking and obesity are considered serious public health issues. This article examines the nurses’ role in health promotion and considers the legal, ethical and policy context relevant to a group of acutely ill patients on a vascular surgery and urology ward. It discusses how the majority of these patients suffer from vascular disease, primarily caused by modifiable risk factors and explores how to empower individuals to manage and improve their own health. The article concludes that nurses have a duty to help individuals to make informed decisions regarding their health. However, patients are entitled to make their own choices and the nurse must be respectful of their autonomy
Inequalities in Access to Health Care for Transgender Patients
Full text linkAbstractThe last decade has seen a rise in the widespread recognition of trans individuals and a developing understanding of what it means to be trans. Although education is increasing across schools, communities and the National Health Service in the United Kingdom; are inequalities in access to health care services, a contemporary issue? Prejudice, stigma and discrimination on are the deterring fears of trans individuals when seeking health provision and interventions (House of Commons 2015). This paper will look at the campaigns, charities and Government publications on changing attitudes towards trans individuals; an analysis on care provision by nurses and health allies within the NHS, and the reasoning behind alleged transphobia in the UK.
20 Minutes of Care – 2 Chapelhow et al Enablers
No full textThere are six fundamental skills that enable a health care practitioner to become an expert practitioner (Chapellhow et al 2005). This article discusses two of these skills, communication and risk management whilst feeding an individual during a work placement. An 81-year-old woman lives in a nursing home, has Alzheimer’s disease and is a type two diabetic. The element of care lasted for no more than 20 minutes but several examples of the communication and risk management enablers were present. Good communication skills promote person-centred care and examples of verbal and non-verbal communication are given. The management of risk associated with dysphagia, malnutrition, osteoarthritis and diabetes are also described
Using the Chapelhow Framework to deliver patient care
Full text linkThe aim of this piece of work is to look at two enablers from Chapelhow et al.(2005), Communication and the effect gender has upon the individual and the importance of being able to actively listen but also when speaking knowing the importance of the choice of language used. As this can be the difference between therapeutic relationship for the patient or an incident due to the patient becoming agitated. The risk management and why it is a grey area surrounding positive risk. In conclusion it was found that more work needs to be done on the effect gender has upon communication such as male care providers upon female patients and what the grey areas are surrounding positive risk and how this is applied with risk management
Why Chapelhow enablers are important when providing patient care
Full text linkChapelhow et al (2005) developed a framework based upon six fundamental concepts. These concepts are the building blocks that all healthcare professionals need in order to deliver patient care. Chapelhow et al (2005) refers to the concepts as enablers. There are six enablers, assessment, communication, risk management and managing uncertainty, professional judgement and decision making and documentation and record keeping. In this article, I look at two enablers; assessment and communication. I chose these two to discuss, because as a nurse these are essential skills to have when delivering patient care. It was apparent that both enablers are linked and are used together when caring for a patient and that assessment and communication skills are vital to have as a healthcare professional.
Synopsis Review of Negative Pressure Therapy as a treatment option for Diabetic Foot Ulcer
No full textA synopsis review of four articles, which look at Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) as a treatment option for diabetic foot ulcers. Patients presenting with diabetic foot ulcers are on the increase which has a huge financial impact NHS, there is strong evidence that NPWT is a cost effective treatment. All four articles use a quantitative methodology. This synopsis will critically analyse the methodology, design, sampling, data collection and data analysis that the researchers have chosen to utilise. NPWT has been proven to be an effective treatment option for diabetic foot ulcers however the research is limited in regard to patient perspective of this treatment
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