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Reducing the use of restrictive practices by applying a human rights-based approach
In 2021 the Welsh Government launched a new framework for reducing the use of restrictive practices in childcare, education, health and social care settings. A series of reports and guidelines have stressed the importance of ensuring that restrictive practices, if used at all, respect people’s human...
Updated: 22 November 2023 -
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Using cultural safety to enhance nursing care for people with a learning disability
Culture has an important role at every level of healthcare. It can have a significant effect on the interactions between nurses, other staff members in the multidisciplinary team, people with learning disabilities and their family members.This article outlines the concept of cultural safety and how ...
Updated: 22 November 2023 -
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Understanding status epilepticus and its treatment in the community
Status epilepticus (SE) is a complication of epilepsy characterised by prolonged or repeated seizures. It is a life-threatening condition that requires the immediate administration of a rescue medicine. If given promptly, rescue medicines can reduce the duration of seizures and support SE cessation....
Updated: 22 November 2023 -
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Managing the effects of cancer and cancer treatments on patients’ nutritional status
Adequate nutrition is a basic requirement of the human body, supporting cell growth and optimal organ function. The nutritional requirements of patients with cancer can increase due to systemic inflammatory responses caused by cancer and cancer treatments. Nurses have an important role in providing ...
Updated: 22 November 2023 -
Kent nurse wins prestigious award
Kent based nurse Dr Sarah Rogers has been recognised with a top honour by the Royal College of Nursing in its 2025 Awards.
Updated: 10 October 2025 -
Student Loan Company leave student nurses stricken after payment error
Student nurses in Southampton will struggle to pay rent and living costs this year due to administrative errors in the loans system.
Updated: 15 June 2018 -
Jersey nurses move closer towards industrial action
The Royal College of Nursing (RCN), Jersey Nursing Association (JNA) and Royal College of Midwives (RCM) will all lodge a formal dispute with the main nursing employer on Jersey.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Isle of Wight CQC response
The RCN response to the latest Isle of Wight CQC report.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
Guernsey pay result
Nurses on Guernsey have voted to accept their 2017-18 pay offer.
Updated: 17 May 2021 -
RCN Congress awards
The South East region have celebrated a night of success at the opening night of RCN Congress 2018.
Updated: 15 June 2018
