Research publications: Recent submissions
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Recurrent erythema multiforme : tissue typing in a large series of patients
(1994)Previous reports have shown an increased frequency of certain HLA antigens in association with erythema multiforme, including HLA-B15(B62), HLA-B35, HLA-A33, HLA-DR53 and, more recently, HLA-DQB1*0301. A strong association ... -
Monitoring patients on methotrexate : hepatic fibrosis not seen in patients with normal serum assays of aminoterminal peptide of type III procollage
(2005)Background: The aminoterminal peptide of type III procollagen (PIIINP) is formed during the synthesis of type III collagen and can be measured in the serum. It has been used as a marker for hepatic fibrosis in patients on ... -
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of continuous acyclovir therapy in recurrent erythema multiforme
(2006)Twenty patients who suffered from more than four attacks of erythema multiforme (EM) per year were enrolled in a 6-month double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of acyclovir 400 mg twice daily. Fifteen patients had disease ... -
Guidelines for general practitioners with a special interest in dermatology : where are we now?
(2007)The NHS Plan published in 2000 proposed that, ‘By 2004 … there will be up to 1,000 specialist GPs taking referrals from fellow GPs’. Dermatology was identified as a specialty in which GPs with a Special Interest (GPwSIs) ... -
Political economy of contractual disputes in private water and sanitation : lessons from Argentina
(2011)This paper examines the causes of the contractual disputes in the water and sanitation sectors and the resulting reversal of the privatization process. The evidence has been gathered from four major case studies in Argentina. ... -
Simulation audio/video requirements and working with audio/video installation professionals
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Learning through play: simulation scenario = obstacle course + treasure hunt
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Simulation technology in healthcare education
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Health promotion with people who have a learning disability
(Elsevier, 2001)The concept of solving health problems and promoting good health in people with learning disabilities is in its infancy. The push for integration of people with learning disabilities into the community and public services ... -
Oxford Handbook of Primary Care and Community Nursing
(Oxford University Press (OUP), 2007)This text addresses the knowledge and skills that nurses need to work in primary care. This includes core clinical information, the organisational knowledge vital for nurses who work in health, education and social care. ... -
Good practice in breast and cervical screening for women with learning disabilities
(NHSCSP, 2000)The aim of this publication is to provide nurses with the information and guidance necessary to ensure that women with learning disabilities have equal access to the NHS Breast Screening Programme and NHS Cervical Screening ... -
Partnership working by default : district nurses and care home staff providing care for older people
(2005)Older people residents in care homes that only offer residential care rely on primary healthcare services for medical and nursing needs. Research has investigated the demands that care homes staff and residents make on ... -
The use of metaphor in district nursing : maintaining a balance
(2001)Aim of the study. To explore with practitioners and others, their priorities for and definitions of district nursing. Background/Rationale. This paper discusses whether the use of metaphor in nursing literature and research ... -
A portrait of district nursing : its contribution to primary health care
(2003)This paper explores the role and contribution of district nursing within primary health care. Examples of how this service is organised within different health care systems are used to discuss the context-dependent nature ... -
What can I expect from my placement?
(Pearson Education, 2007)This book discusses the needs of overseas students before they can commence the Overseas Nursing Programme (ONP). It explores techniques and tips for work and study, including practical exercises. It features particular ... -
Better cervical screening for women with learning disabilities
(1999)Issues of consent, acceptability and assumptions concerning women with learning disabilities often block their access to screening programmes. This article reports on the efforts of the Horizon NHS Trust in Hertfordshire ... -
An exploration of the prevalence of Hypermobility and Joint Hypermobility Syndrome in Omani women attending a hospital physiotherapy service
(2011)Background and Objectives: Joint hypermobility syndrome (JHS) is an inherited disorder of connective tissue. It presents as a condition in which there are neuromusculoskeletal signs and symptoms, including pain, without ... -
On straight words and minimal permutators in finite transformation semigroups.
(Springer, 2011)Motivated by issues arising in computer science, we investigate the loop-free paths from the identity transformation and corresponding straight words in the Cayley graph of a finite transformation semigroup with a fixed ... -
A vision for the early years Curriculum in the United Kingdom
(1997)This paper presents a strictly personal point of view of a program for preschoolers in the UK. It outlines the historical influences that affected the current position. Some generally accepted principles are explained ... -
Teaching and learning about play, language and literacy with preschool educators in Malaysia
(1999)Article discusses the development of language and literacy instruction related to new preschool in Malaysia, highlighting the game as an important vehicle for early learning. The developments are compared and contrasted ...