Fade skinny: A high number of patients were admitted to a ward with mobility problems owing to a history of alcohol misuse. The ward implemented the Productive Ward programme to reduce falls. The importance of staff engagement is highlighted.

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Fade skinny: This article presents the design and implementation of a leadership training programme for safeguarding children professionals  to improve their skills, confidence and ability to challenge poor practice.

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Fade skinny: A student nurse tells of her story of becoming a patient and how reflecting on this experience influenced her approach to patient care. By sharing this experience with peers and mentors, she was able to influence their approach to care, and made a difference to how mentors worked with students in practice.

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Fade Skinny: Action Learning Sets (ALS) involved regular action-focused peer-discussion groups that address workplace issues. This article reviews the literature and personal experience of ALS and finds that ALS builds trust, helps professional development and enables action on issues/ problems.

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Fade skinny: People with COPD experiencing exacerbations should be given self-management plans to reduce the time to recovery. this article carries out an audit to establish whether patients were using and following their action plans.

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Fade skinny: Patient’s with this complex and debilitating condition need individualised nursing care tailored  to their needs to give optimal symptom control and improve quality of life.

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Fade skinny: This study looks at the evidence for the long-term predictive validity of the selection process by demonstrating significant correlations between selection and examination scores.

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Fade Skinny: This article reports on the use of a modified evaluation tool which guides implementation of a family violence intervention programme within New Zealand primary healthcare

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Fade Skinny: Patients with COPD are at increased risk of malnutrition. This article discusses the impact of COPD symptoms on nutrition and gives advice on the importance of regular nutritional screening using a validated tool.

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Fade Skinny: Assessment of leg ulcers should include examination of the wound and consideration of underlying causes, comorbidities and their psychosocial impact. This article highlights some of the key features of leg ulcer assessment, drawing on recommendations in national guidelines.

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Fade Skinny: This article reviews the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and management of chronic heart failure.

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The Skinny: An international comparison report from Accenture on the systematic application of healthcare IT to facilitate the accessing and sharing of information, as well as subsequent analysis of health data across healthcare systems, in 8 countries.

Key findings for England

Among the key findings for England related to disparity in the use of IT:

Publisher: Accenture

Size: 16p.

Scan or click to go to Currow, D. and Clark, K. (2006) Emergencies in palliative and supportive care. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Currow, D. and Clark, K. (2006) Emergencies in palliative and supportive care. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

As part of the Emergencies in… series, this is a practical, accessible guide to all emergency situations encountered in palliative care. It provides clinical guidance for the management of people with progressive life limiting illnesses including cancer, AIDS, end-stage organ failure and neurodegenerative diseases.

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Scan or click to go to Page, P. and Skinner, G. (2007) Emergencies in clinical medicine. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Page, P. and Skinner, G. (2007) Emergencies in clinical medicine. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

Emergencies nearly always present first to the junior doctor. This reference aims to give the junior doctor the confidence to recognise these and manage them. It is concise, didactic and an excellent complement to the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine.

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Scan or click to Parker, R., Thomas, C. and Bennett, L. (2007) Emergencies in respiratory medicine. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Parker, R., Thomas, C. and Bennett, L. (2007) Emergencies in respiratory medicine. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

Respiratory disease is the most common illness responsible for an emergency admission to hospital and requires rapid and effective management. Emergencies in Respiratory Medicine shows the user how to deal with these situations through 6 sections: presentations, clinical scenarios, acute conditions, chronic conditions, practical and management issues, and investigations.

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Requires NHS Athens password to access full text. If you work for the NHS in the North West you can apply for a NHS Athens password (best done from a machine connected to the NHS Network)

Scan or click to go to Currow, D. and Clark, K. (2006) Emergencies in palliative and supportive care. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Currow, D. and Clark, K. (2006) Emergencies in palliative and supportive care. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

As part of the Emergencies in… series, this is a practical, accessible guide to all emergency situations encountered in palliative care. It provides clinical guidance for the management of people with progressive life limiting illnesses including cancer, AIDS, end-stage organ failure and neurodegenerative diseases.

Access Requirements

Requires NHS Athens password to access full text. If you work for the NHS in the North West you can apply for a NHS Athens password (best done from a machine connected to the NHS Network)

Scan or click to go to Downing, P. (2009) Emergencies in adult nursing. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Downing, P. (2009) Emergencies in adult nursing. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

This guide enables nurses to identify which clinical problems are true emergencies, which require urgent attention and those that can wait. Differential diagnoses for each clinical presentation are identified along with the actions required to ensure effective treatment is provided. Information is presented concisely, utilising bullet lists and icons.

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Requires NHS Athens password to access full text. If you work for the NHS in the North West you can apply for a NHS Athens password (best done from a machine connected to the NHS Network)

Scan or click to go to Graham, R. and Gallagher, F. (2009) Emergencies in clinical radiology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Graham, R. and Gallagher, F. (2009) Emergencies in clinical radiology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

This essential reference provides guidance for all those seeking or reporting investigations in radiology which arises in an emergency setting. It summarises the major problems faced on-call and provides advice on the most suitable radiological tests to request as well as suggesting an appropriate timescale for imaging.

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Requires NHS Athens password to access full text. If you work for the NHS in the North West you can apply for a NHS Athens password (best done from a machine connected to the NHS Network)

Scan or click to go to Scott-Brown, M., Spence, R.A.J. and Johnston, P.J. (2007) Emergencies in oncology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Scott-Brown, M., Spence, R.A.J. and Johnston, P.J. (2007) Emergencies in oncology. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

This reference seeks to provide an easily accessible evidence based guide to the diagnosis and management of acutely ill patients with cancer. It aims to help both the oncology specialist and the non-specialist to optimally manage acutely unwell cancer patients.

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Scan or click to go to Allman, K.G., McIndoe, A.K. and Wilson, I.H. (2009) Emergencies in anaesthesia, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Allman, K.G., McIndoe, A.K. and Wilson, I.H. (2009) Emergencies in anaesthesia, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

This essential reference deals with many of the emergency situations which occur during anaesthesia practice. It describes the presentation, differential diagnosis, investigations and immediate actions for a range of problems. Advice is practical and didactic, and many algorithms are included for ease-of-reference.

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Scan or click to go to Bhangu, A., Lee, C. and Porter, K. (2010) Emergencies in trauma. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Bhangu, A., Lee, C. and Porter, K. (2010) Emergencies in trauma. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

This reference provides the on-call junior doctor with a rapid reference guide to the management of the key trauma topics.

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Scan or click to go to Myerson, S.G., Choudhury, R.P. and Mitchell, A.R.J. (2009) Emergencies in cardiology, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Myerson, S.G., Choudhury, R.P. and Mitchell, A.R.J. (2009) Emergencies in cardiology, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

Acute cardiac problems often need quick, appropriate diagnosis and treatment. With the increasing complexity and rapidly changing nature of available therapies, knowing which to use and when can be difficult. This reference provides an easily accessible guide to diagnosing and managing acute cardiovascular problems.

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Scan or click to go to Robb, N. and Leitch, J. (2006) Medical emergencies in dentistry. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Robb, N. and Leitch, J. (2006) Medical emergencies in dentistry. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

Although rare, medical emergencies can occur in the dental setting so prompt treatment is essential. This practical guide to medical emergencies in the dental surgery forms a vital part of the education of all dental students and dentists. Each common emergency is explained with symptoms and treatment outlined.

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Requires NHS Athens password to access full text.  If you work for the NHS in the North West you can apply for a NHS Athens password (best done from a machine connected to the NHS Network)

Scan or click to go to Collins, S., Hayes, K., Jackson S. and Impey, L. (2008) Oxford handbook of obstetrics and gynaecology, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Collins, S., Hayes, K., Jackson S. and Impey, L. (2008) Oxford handbook of obstetrics and gynaecology, 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

Offers a wealth of practical advice on diagnosing and managing common problems and emergencies. Key evidence-based guidelines are supported by internet references, providing the most up-to-date clinical information as well as the perfect starting point for preparation for postgraduate exams.

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Scan or click to download Ramrakha, P.S., Moore, K.P. and Sam, A. (2010) Oxford handbook of acute medicine, 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Ramrakha, P.S., Moore, K.P. and Sam, A. (2010) Oxford handbook of acute medicine, 3rd ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press.

Book Blurb

The essential guide to the management of the acutely ill patient. It features expanded material on practical procedures and new information on common presentations.

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