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Identifying different learning styles to enhance the learning experience

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evidence & practice

Identifying your preferred learning style can be a useful way to optimise learning opportunities, and can help learners to recognise their strengths and areas for...

Use of Doppler ultrasound in assessing leg ulcers

07 August 2007

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Learning zone continuing professional development

This article outlines the use of a hand-held Doppler ultrasound device as an aid in the assessment of patients with active and healed leg ulcers. It describes the...

Compression bandaging in patients with venous insufficiency

18 November 2008

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Learning zone

This article explains the effects of compression therapy and discusses the treatment options available in the management of patients with venous disease of the lower...

Wound Management for the Advanced Practitioner

11 November 2015

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Book Review

This wound care book is specifically aimed at experienced practitioners and addresses the complexities of wound healing, repair and management. The chapters on...

Avoiding plagiarism in academic writing

07 January 2009

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Art & Science

Plagiarism means taking the work of another and presenting it as one’s own, resulting in potential upset for the original author and disrepute for the professions...

Debridement methods in wound care

22 February 2006

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Art & Science

Wound debridement is an essential part of effective wound care. There are many methods of debriding wounds and it is important that patients are involved in the...

Compression bandaging in patients with venous insufficiency

12 November 2008

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CPD

This article explains the effects of compression therapy and discusses the treatment options available in the management of patients with venous disease of the lower...

Use of Doppler ultrasound in assessing leg ulcers

25 July 2007

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CPD

This article outlines the use of a hand-held Doppler ultrasound device as an aid in the assessment of patients with active and healed leg ulcers. It describes the...

Key principles involved in applying and removing wound dressings

10 November 2010

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CPD

This article aims to help practitioners consider a variety of wound dressings and develop their knowledge about the use of dressings to ensure patients are protected...