Aintree University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

About: Aintree University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a healthcare organization based out in Liverpool, United Kingdom. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Cancer. The organization has 688 authors who have published 603 publications receiving 36207 citations. The organization is also known as: Aintree Hospitals NHS Trust & Aintree Hospitals National Health Service Trust.

Managing a septic patient: the role of simulation in the Foundation Year 1 induction programme

Abstract: The prompt identification and resuscitation of an acutely unwell patient is important in reducing morbidity and mortality. It is often a Foundation Year 1 (FY1) doctor (a doctor within 1 year of graduating from medical school) who will be the first to be alerted to a deteriorating patient in hospital. It is therefore important that they understand how to assess and manage an acutely unwell patient and escalate care appropriately. The transition from medical student to FY1 doctor can be a stressful and challenging process. Previous studies indicate that many newly qualified doctors feel poorly prepared in managing an unwell patient.1 Simulation can be used to ‘bridge the gap’ between medical student and FY1 doctor; however, its role in the hospital FY1 doctor induction programme has not been previously discussed. Prior to commencing employment, all final year medical students receive a period of induction arranged locally at the Trust where they are employed. The induction period provides them with Trust-specific information on local policies and procedures, which is critical in delivering safe patient care. The aim of the authors was to provide FY1 doctors with experience in managing an acutely unwell simulated septic patient. This included ensuring that they were aware of Trust-specific treatment and patient escalation policies. The scenario formed …

Urinary Catheters and Other Devices

Abstract: Catheters are used to drain urine from the bladder. They can be used in people with bladder outlet obstruction, urinary incontinence and neurological disease. They may be used intermittently or left in place (indwelling). For indwelling catheters, the route of access may be urethral or suprapubic. Specific adaptations include the material from which the catheter is made, the number of channels, the coatings applied, the shape of the end and the mechanism by which the catheter is retained in place. Catheter use carries risk of complications, such as blockage, infection, stone formation, urethral damage and impaired quality of life. Alternatives to urinary catheters include urinals, pads, sheaths and occlusion devices.