Biomedical subjects
Publications and source records attributed to G Thurgood.
Nurses play an important role in the maintenance of oral hygiene for patients in many different care settings. Oral hygiene is an essential and complex part of patient care and can be influenced by a variety of factors.
Ear syringing is performed by nurses in various care settings. Nurses must ensure that this skill is practised safely. An understanding of the ear's structure and functions must be applied when carrying out this procedure.
Nurses require appropriate knowledge, skills and attitudes in order to give and receive verbal handover reports effectively. Reports are important for ensuring and maintaning continuity and quality of patient care, complying with legal and professional requirements and maintaining high team morale. This article will discuss the five main reasons for the importance of handover reports, and suggestions for further study will be made.