Relieving eczema flare-ups: are antibiotics the answer?
This edition's clinically appraised topic (CAT) ask what is the best treatment for a distressed child presenting with crusty, weeping eczema?
Putting a plug in delirium?
Our clinically appraised topic (CAT) asks, can earplugs reduce delirium in ICU?
Fast track = fewer infections?
Our clinically appraised topic (CAT) looks at the impacts of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols on infections.
Is what’s good for your heart also good for your brain?
Does taking statins reduce the risk of dementia as well as cardiovascular disease? This edition’s Clinically Appraised Topic (CAT) looks at the evidence.
‘Chilling out’ the pain
This edition’s Clinically Appraised Topic (CAT) asks whether a cold spray helps to ‘chill out’ the pain of inserting IV cannula.
Heart failure: getting the dose right
Can nurse-led titration of heart failure medicine make a difference? Check out this edition’s Clinically Appraised Topic (CAT).
Brain food: does omega-3 each day keep dementia at bay?
Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) looks at whether taking extra omega-3 makes a difference in slowing the progression of dementia.
Does stepping-up exercise step down risk for heart patients
This Critically Appraised Topic (CAT) looks at whether getting on a bike or lacing up walking shoes improves the life, and life span, of people with coronary heart disease.
Does minding the moment matter?
Is mindfulness clinically effective? Check out this edition’s Critically Appraised Topic (CAT)
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