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Care planning for children with lower limb amputation

07 February 2012

Nursing Children and Young People

General

This article explores the pathways of care for children who undergo lower limb amputation, from pre-surgery to rehabilitation. The consequences of surgery are...

Assessment and management of patients with varicose veins

13 February 2009

Nursing Standard

CPD

Varicose veins are enlarged superficial veins found in the legs. This article explores the anatomy and physiology of the venous system to assist nurses to assess,...

Ultrasonography and radiography: a comparison

08 May 2015

Emergency Nurse

Art & Science

Distal limb fractures are common presentations to emergency departments and minor injury units (MIUs). The authors conducted a study of the usefulness and efficiency...

Assessment and management of patients with varicose veins

17 February 2009

Nursing Standard

Learning zone continuing professional development

Varicose veins are enlarged superficial veins found in the legs. This article explores the anatomy and physiology of the venous system to assist nurses to assess,...

How venous leg ulcers affect quality of life

30 March 2016

Primary Health Care

Art & Science

The aim of this article is to explore the evidence surrounding the effect of venous leg ulceration (VLU) on patients’ quality of life. There is a large amount of...