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Since testing has been introduced, the risk of getting an infection from a blood transfusion or blood products is very low.
WITH A CLINICAL MICROBIOLOGIST Information : Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Protocol Action Card on specimen collection and transport 4ml of blood taken into an
Microbiology Notes Suspected measles, mumps and rubella cases can be confirmed using an oral fluid test kit The information given here is intended for
Background & Problem The project was undertaken over a period of six months in conjunction with an NHSi Improvement project across the Trust on two sites
Results This is an ongoing project, however some early results have been seen: Improved UP form completion Introduction of dedicated High Acuity Bay has
Data was collected retrospectively on an excel sheet and analysed using run charts.
Everyone reacts differently, and as treatment progresses you will get an idea of the effect it is having on you.
We have rolled out an extensive Click or Call First public campaign – print, online, social media and door to door – with simple messaging on the digital
Alongside their patient-facing work, the team also offer an extensive package of training and supervision non-psychology colleagues.
Confirm patient not receiving an ACE inhibitor before proceeding.
Poster Download Background A surgical site infection (SSI) is an infection that occurs after surgery in the part of the body where the surgery took place
Recovering from an operation is a very personal experience.
Occasionally it is not possible to complete the surgery vaginally and it may be necessary to change over to an abdominal hysterectomy.
Raised by CQC in recent inspection of the trust as an area to improve.
Smoking is an addiction, and it can be difficult to stop, but it’s never too late to quit.
The catering staff are an integral part of the meal delivery service at Cheltenham General Hospital.
Asma is an Admiral Nurse (Dementia Nurse Specialist) who works across both main hospitals.
Aim 90% of patients with a fractured NOF to have an effective block within 1 hour of admission to ED by April 2016.
The concern is that access to Carer support is not available on all ward areas and has resulted in an unequable service across the Trust.
Up to 24 hours for an EDTA sample and 7 days for a clotted sample from the time of venepuncture, when refrigerated.