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Lessons learned through reflecting on a classroom observation
Full text linkUsing non-participant structured observation of classroom teaching as a method of collecting data was experienced; during a one hour session, the researcher noted who was speaking at 5-minute intervals. Preparation of a chart for 7 expected students became unwieldly when some 20 students attended, which was not anticipated. It soon became obvious that 5-minute intervals were too long, as many students spoke up but not at the points where speaking was recorded, so the final chart was unrepresentative of the classroom behaviour being observed. In addition, the researcher became involved in answering a question themselves, something that should not occur when using a non-participant approach.
The management of nutrition in palliative care
No full textIn order to improve quality of life, nutrition in palliative care should be one of the main goals when managing a patient’s care. Malnutrition is a dominating factor when it comes to the palliative patient. Poor nutrition can not only hinder the patient but also their families as they see changes in their loved ones. The main aim of nutrition is to maximise food enjoyment and minimize food related discomfort. There are guidelines available for health care professionals to assist them in delivering high quality care to cancer and palliative patients. Nurses and other healthcare professionals play a vital role in the management of nutrition by providing both physical and emotional support for both the patient and their families. Ethical questions are also raised when it comes to artificial nutritional support which puts professionals, patients and family members in difficult positions.
Perceptions of men in the nursing profession: historical and contemporary issues
No full textFlorence Nightingale’s perception and feminisation of nursing into a female only profession has resulted in fewer men pursuing nursing as a career. In contemporary society male nurses make up about 10% of nursing professionals (Walsh, 2016). Stereotyping and gender bias of men has helped create a less than inclusive and sometimes isolating experience for men in nursing (Duffin, 2006). Men in nursing are often treated differently to their female counterparts. It is important particularly for male nursing students to learn about men’s contribution to the history of nursing
Health promotion regarding STIs in young people
Full text linkThis article explores health promotion techniques regarding STIs in one of the highest risk age groups, young people under 25 years of age. The article also explores the link between socioeconomic deprivation and poor sexual health. The role and responsibility of the nurse is promoting holistic wellbeing and sexual health is examined
A review into teenage pregnancy and the potential influencing socio-economic contributors
No full textThe purpose of this article is to review pre-existing socio-economic factors that could potentially influence teenage pregnancy. Research shows that teenage pregnancy within England consistently remains the highest within Europe and gaps in current literature regarding the topic fail to prove why. This article provides a combination of both the social and economic factors that could predispose an individual to a teenage pregnancy and offers suggestions as to how healthcare practitioners can intervene.The main themes discussed within the article relate directly to an individual’s level of education being a fundamental aspect in the determination of one’s ongoing future decisions; the socio-economic status of an individual potentially pre-disposing one to a teenage pregnancy and a systemic review of the health promotion strategies that can be used by the nurse to ensure safe sexual health
Obesity and the nurses’ role in reducing health inequalities through health promotion.
Full text linkThe obesity epidemic currently costs the National Health Service £6.1bn each year (Public Health England, 2015). This, combined with the co-morbidities associated with obesity means that the epidemic needs to be addressed. Nurses play a key role in reducing this epidemic through health promotion. However, it has become apparent that health inequalities exist with regards to obesity. As a result, nurses must be aware of the wider determinants of health in order to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to successfully promote health. The present training and guidelines nurses receive needs to be readdressed so this can be facilitated
Health and social care research: a way of pragmatically addressing societal challenges
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Anaphylaxis: a study of the condition and treatment
Full text linkAnaphylaxis is a sudeen, severe and life threatening hypersensitivity reaction following exposure to a foregin protein. The majority of anaphylactic deaths are caused by envenomation from stings followed by adverse reactions to drugs and food.Treatment tends to be through the use of intra muscular adrenaline, nebulised salbutamo, anti histamines and steroids, although evidence has shown that the time required for the anti histamines and steroids to work shows little benefit for the patient in the early treatment stage.Given the nature of anaphylaxis, research on human subjects is fraught with ethical dilemas and a status quo in treatment regimes is likely for the foreseeable futur
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