Children and adults with profound and multiple disabilities can benefit physically and emotionally from multisensory relaxation sessions in which sound therapy and massage are used to encourage relaxation and well-being. The article describes the successful implementation of this in a variety of learning disability services, and social services day services.
Woods, A. 2014. How multisensory relaxation sessions can help service users. Learning Disability Practice, 17 (6) p 32 - 34.
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[Article] Blended food for enteral feeding via a gastrostomy
A blended diet for enteral nutrition is defined as home-made every day food blended into a smooth single cream consistency. This article describes new practice at Children's Hospice South West and their wish to support families who already undertake this practice at home. The article describes the processes the hospice undertook to formulate practical guidance to administer blended food via a gastrostomy when considered appropriate.
Brown, S. 2014. Blended food for enteral feeding via a gastrostomy. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (9) p 16-20.
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Brown, S. 2014. Blended food for enteral feeding via a gastrostomy. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (9) p 16-20.
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[Article] Administering anticipatory medications in end of life care: a qualitative studyof nursing practice in the community and in nursing homes
This UK study examined nurses' decisions, aims and concerns when using anticipatory medications. The findings revealed that nurses' identified four "conditions" that needed to be established when they implemented anticipatory medication: (i) irreversibility; (ii) inability to to take oral medication; (iii) to gain consent from the patient if possible, and (iv) the decision had to be independent from demands of family/relatives. Worries included distinguishing between pain and agitation, balancing risks of under and over medication, and the possibility of hastening death.
Wilson, E. et al. 2015. Administering anticipatory medications in end of life care: a qualitative study of nursing practice in the community and in nursing homes. Palliative Medicine 29 (1) p 60 - 70.
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Wilson, E. et al. 2015. Administering anticipatory medications in end of life care: a qualitative study of nursing practice in the community and in nursing homes. Palliative Medicine 29 (1) p 60 - 70.
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[Guide] Difficult conversations: making it easier to talk about end of life issues with young adults with life limiting conditions
This guide was written in response to a gap in health professionals skills in having difficult conversations with young adults with life limiting conditions. The guide shares ideas as to how it is possible to sensitively and appropriately integrate openness about dying into the lives of young people who still have a zest for life.
Together for Short Lives and the National Council for Palliative Care, 2015. Difficult conversations: making it easier to talk about end of life issues with young adults with life-limiting conditions.
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Together for Short Lives and the National Council for Palliative Care, 2015. Difficult conversations: making it easier to talk about end of life issues with young adults with life-limiting conditions.
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[Article] Inviting parents to take part in paediatric palliative care research: a mixed methods examination of selection bias
Recruitment to paediatric palliative care research is challenging with high rates of non-invitation of eligible families by clinicians. The study aimed to investigate the non-invitation or "gate-keeping" of an interview study about parents' experience of advance care planning (ACP). The study found non invitation to the ACP study was high. Family-clinician relationship appeared to be a key factor associated with invitation along with the clinicians' perspectives of families' well-being, circumstances, characteristics, and anticipated reaction to invitation. The authors concluded there is evidence of selective invitation practices that could bias research findings.
Crocker, J. C., Beecham, E., Kelly, P., Dinsdale, A., Hemsley, J. Jones, L. & Bluebond Langner. 2014. Inviting parents to take part in paediatric palliative care research: a mixed methods examination of selection bias. Palliative Medicine, 29 (3) p 231 - 240.
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Crocker, J. C., Beecham, E., Kelly, P., Dinsdale, A., Hemsley, J. Jones, L. & Bluebond Langner. 2014. Inviting parents to take part in paediatric palliative care research: a mixed methods examination of selection bias. Palliative Medicine, 29 (3) p 231 - 240.
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[Article] Guidance on clinical research involving infants, children and yougn people: an update for research and research ethics committee
This paper updates on the significant changes in the UK regulation and governance of research, with the involvement of a number of agencies, most recently the Health Research Authority. A working part led by the RCPCH, with representatives from other key healthcare and research organisations was set up with the remit to provide updated practical guidance in research involving children. The paper provides a summary of the areas considered.
Modi, N. et al. 2014..Guidance on clinical research involving infants, children and young people: an update for research and research ethics committee. Archives of Diseases in Childhood, 99 (10) p 887 - 891.
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Modi, N. et al. 2014..Guidance on clinical research involving infants, children and young people: an update for research and research ethics committee. Archives of Diseases in Childhood, 99 (10) p 887 - 891.
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[Article] Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 1
Most chronic pain requires a holistic multidisciplinary approach to treatment - pharmacological, physical and psychological strategies. Nurses and healthcare staff are key members of the healthcare team to help children, young people and families manage the negative consequences of chronic pain. This article reviews the prevalence, pathophysiology, contributing factors and consequences.
Forgeron, P. A. & Stinson, J. 2014. Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 1. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (8) p 29 - 34.
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Forgeron, P. A. & Stinson, J. 2014. Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 1. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (8) p 29 - 34.
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[Article] Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 2
Part 2 of this article looks at the assessment strategies, as well as pharmacological and psychological interventions along with self-help programmes to aid sleep and help the child at school manage pain.
Forgeron, P. A. & Stinson, J. 2014. Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 2. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (9) p 31 - 34.
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Forgeron, P. A. & Stinson, J. 2014. Fundamentals of chronic pain in children and young people: part 2. Nursing Children and Young People, 26 (9) p 31 - 34.
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[Article] The role of play in children's palliative care
This paper outlines the role and the value of play as an integral part of children's palliative care for children with chronic, life-threatening or life-limiting conditions. It will show how providing appropriate equipment sufficient time and relevant play opportunities not only improves the very sick child's psychological well-being but also allows children to cast aside the confines and restrictions imposed upon them by their illness.
Boucher, S., Downing, J. & Shemilt, R. 2014. The role of play in children's palliative care. Children, 1 p 302 - 317.
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Boucher, S., Downing, J. & Shemilt, R. 2014. The role of play in children's palliative care. Children, 1 p 302 - 317.
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[Article] Support workers have a vital role to play in play
Published in the British Journal of Healthcare Assistants, the article gives an overview of play, and the fact that play is everybody's business when caring for children. The article describes the cues and cycle of play.
Stonehouse, D. 2014. Support workers have a vital role to play in play. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants, 8 (3) p137- 139.
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Stonehouse, D. 2014. Support workers have a vital role to play in play. British Journal of Healthcare Assistants, 8 (3) p137- 139.
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[Book] Oxford handbook of prescribing for nurses and allied health professionals
Containing the practical principles nurses and other non-medical prescribers need to practice safely, effectively and cost-consciously, whatever the situation. Evidence-based advice on a wide selection of sbujects provides a complete picture of the role of the prescriber. This new edition features the most recent legislation and changes to prescrbing standards. There is also an additional content on complementary and alternative medicines.
Beckwith, S. & Franklin, P. 2011. Oxford handbook of prescribing for nurses and allied health professionals. Oxford University Press.
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Beckwith, S. & Franklin, P. 2011. Oxford handbook of prescribing for nurses and allied health professionals. Oxford University Press.
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[Article] Subcutaneous infusions in palliative care: a focus on the neria soft 90 infusion set
This paper provides an overview of subcutaneous infusion, incluidng the importance of patient assessment and the education and training needs of health professionals. It then focuses on one specific infusion device.
Gabriel, J. 2014. Subcutaneous infusions in palliative care: a focus on the neria soft 90 infusion set. International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 20 (11) p 536 - 541.
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Gabriel, J. 2014. Subcutaneous infusions in palliative care: a focus on the neria soft 90 infusion set. International Journal of Palliative Nursing, 20 (11) p 536 - 541.
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[Article] Presentation and management of chronic pain in children
This article presents the research findings that strongly support a biopsychosocial concept of chronic pain, describing the best current evidence for the management strategies, and suggest a common general pathway for all types of chronic pain. The principles of management in neuropathic pain, complex regional pain syndrome, musculoskeletal pain, abdominal pain and headache are also described.
Rajapakse, D., Liossi, C., & Howard, R. 2014. Presentation and management of chronic pain. Archives of Disease in Childhood. 99 p 474 - 480.
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Rajapakse, D., Liossi, C., & Howard, R. 2014. Presentation and management of chronic pain. Archives of Disease in Childhood. 99 p 474 - 480.
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[Book] 101 games and activities for children with autism, asperger's and processing disorders
Written by a paediatric occupational therapist, the book demonstrates how to teach children by moving their bodies through play. The interactive games are quick and easy to learn and provide funa and learning. Many of the games can be played indoors or outdoors.
Delaney, T. 2009. 101 games and activities for children with autism, asperger's and processing disorders. McGraw Hill Publishers.
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Delaney, T. 2009. 101 games and activities for children with autism, asperger's and processing disorders. McGraw Hill Publishers.
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[Book] Seeds of hope bereavement and loss activity book
Understanding the cycle of nature is an essential part of understanding the cycle of life. This creative and imaginative activity book uses the world of nature to explore this. Children and adults are encouraged to discuss the beginning of life in all its forms, to ask questions and seek answers together.
Jay, C. 2015. Seeds of hope bereavement and loss activity book. Jessica Kingsley Publisher.
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Jay, C. 2015. Seeds of hope bereavement and loss activity book. Jessica Kingsley Publisher.
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[Book] Once upon a touch: story massage for children
Story massage can be enjoyed by children of all ages, abilities and backgrounds and used in different settings including home, school and the wider community. No preparation is required and the activity can be tailored to suit the needs of the individual child or group of children.
Atkinson, M. & Hooper, S. 2014. Once upon a touch: story massage for children. Red Door Publishing.
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Atkinson, M. & Hooper, S. 2014. Once upon a touch: story massage for children. Red Door Publishing.
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[DVD] Aquatic therapy: part 2
Featuring therapeutic handling techniques and practical exercises to increase postural awareness and control, stretch muscles, mobilise joints, improve fitness and promote communication and interaction in the water environment. Suitable for use in individual or group hydrotherapy sessions.
Epps, H. 2014. Aquatic therapy: part 2.
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Epps, H. 2014. Aquatic therapy: part 2.
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[DVD] Aquatic therapy: part 1
Featuring the principles of movement in water, therapeutic handling techniques and practical exercises to improve muscle strength, motor control and promote physical development. Suitable for use in individual or group hydrotherapy sessions.
Epps, H. 2014. Aquatic therapy: part 1.
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Epps, H. 2014. Aquatic therapy: part 1.
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