Journals Watch 2002

This section features a regularly updated list of recently published articles relevant to nurse prescribing.

Abstracts of the papers are included and users are encouraged to submit their views about published papers through the feedback section.

Please note: In this section of the website we aim to cover articles on areas where nurses do prescribe. However, not all the treatments or appliances mentioned are prescribable by nurses. For that reason, nurses should check the up-to-date versions of the Nurse Prescribers’ Formulary for District Nurses and Health Visitors (NPF) and the Nurse Prescribers’ Extended Formulary (NPEF) and Drug tariff if they are in any doubt. Alternatively contact your Regional Nurse Prescribing Lead for clarification.

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Addison R. Nursing Times Plus 2002; 98(9): 50

In this article, the author highlights the responsibility of nurses prescribing catheters to demonstrate their knowledge and competence to do so. A range of clinical, legal and ethical factors should be taken into account in choosing a catheter and anyone selecting a catheter must have an up-to-date knowledge base.

 

  • Choosing a stoma appliance

Readding L. Stoma appliances – what’s the choice? Journal of Community Nursing 2002; 16(2): 26-32

In this article, the author stresses the importance of choosing the right stoma appliance in patient recovery. This must be an ongoing process, with re-assessment, as patient circumstances, health, and the stoma itself all change. The different stoma products are discussed and the need for a thorough assessment of the patients’ needs highlighted.

Website: www.jcn.co.uk

 

Colley W. Products to help men manage incontinence. Nursing Times 2002; 98(43): 52-54.

Healthcare professionals assessing continence problems should make sure they have up-to-date knowledge of the range of products available. This article examines the different sorts of products available, highlighting the importance of taking individual factors into account in making a choice.

Website: www.nursingtimes.net