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Repositioning the critically ill patient

January 22 2019

Repositioning the critically ill patient

Mobilising mechanically ventilated patients in ICU by sitting and standing out of bed has been demonstrated as feasible and safe.1 There have been multiple studies demonstrating successful outcomes combined with low rates of serious adverse events.2,3
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Social Care Initiatives supporting the NHS

January 17 2019

Social Care Initiatives supporting the NHS

Social care initiatives are helping support the NHS by offering support to reduce delayed discharges from hospital when there is no or limited support at home.
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Early mobilisation in the ICU

January 15 2019

Early mobilisation in the ICU

There is significant clinical evidence to support that early patient mobility as part of an ICU (Intensive Care Unit) rehabilitation program can help to counter the effects of ICU acquired weakness, which in turn can improve the patient recovery process and long-term functional outcomes.1,2,3
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The value of dedicated expertise

January 9 2019

The value of dedicated expertise

The Commonwealth Fund declared that the NHS was the most impressive healthcare system in comparison with those of 10 other countries (Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the US) in 2014.1 
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The Service that never stops, even for Christmas

December 21 2018

The Service that never stops, even for Christmas

Many of us will be enjoying some time off over the festive period, but our healthcare service is available 24 hours a day, every day. NHS staff will continue to work tirelessly, day and night, on public holidays and during national celebrations, to ensure we have the best medical care available at any time we may need it.
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Enhanced recovery through early mobilisation

December 19 2018

Enhanced recovery through early mobilisation

There are four elements to an enhanced recovery approach1,2 and this includes implementation of an early mobilisation programme. 
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Providing care in remote and rural areas

December 11 2018

Providing care in remote and rural areas

Nearly 10 million people live in areas of England defined as rural. This number is increasing and the population is growing older.1 In Wales, around one in three people currently live in an area defined as rural2 and around 20% of Scotland’s population live in areas that have been classified as remote and rural. Delivering high quality care in these areas is challenging and, without careful planning and management, could potentially lead to inequalities in access.3 
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December 6 2018

"For real heroes like you"

The Occupational Therapy Show is the UK’s largest dedicated education and trade event offering Continuing Professional Development for Occupational Therapists and other healthcare professionals working across a range of specialist areas.
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Delayed transfers of care and social care

December 4 2018

Delayed transfers of care and social care

A shortage of available hospital beds can be exacerbated by an increase in “bed blocking” resulting from delays in the transfer of care. Delayed transfers are often due to challenges associated with arranging community nursing, social care or the availability of an appropriately equipped care environment.
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Capacity pressures in Ireland

November 29 2018

Capacity pressures in Ireland

In its 2018 Healthcare Capacity Review1, the Irish Health Service reported that the current system appears to be operating at or above capacity, and the demand for healthcare is expected to grow significantly in the next 15 years.
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