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The Importance Of Managing Patients’ IV Fluids

The NICE clinical guideline ‘Intravenous Fluid Therapy In Adults In Hospital’ states that the assessment and management of patients’ fluids and electrolyte needs is fundamental to good patient care.

Efficacy Of External Warming To Reduce Hypothermia In Surgical Patients

Hypothermia in surgical patients can be the result of a long surgery duration, general anaesthesia and a low temperature in theatre. Hypothermia is a problem that should be prevented in surgical patients, due to the serious issues that it can cause.
The Benefits Of Cot-Nursing Compared To Incubator Care For Preterm Infants

The Benefits Of Cot-Nursing Compared To Incubator Care For Preterm Infants

The Cochrane report into cot-nursing versus incubator care for preterm infants concludes that cot-nursing using a heated mattress has similar effects to incubator care with regard to temperature control and weight gain.