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Closure of minor wounds with tissue adhesive

10 February 2011

Emergency Nurse

Feature

This article provides basic information on safe and effective wound closure using tissue adhesive. Although it is intended for staff who are new to emergency care,...

Recognising and managing decompression illness

01 November 2013

Emergency Nurse

Art & Science

Seen primarily in scuba divers who have breathed compressed air, decompression illness is a rare but potentially fatal condition. Prompt recognition and treatment of...

Assessing the neurological status of patients with head injuries

05 March 2010

Emergency Nurse

Feature

The aim of this article is to inform staff who are new to emergency care settings how to use the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) when managing patients with head injuries....