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Non-acute settings with healthcare input and transcribing

22 February 2022Consideration needs to be given to the risk factors particularly associated with transcribing in non-acute settings with healthcare input

Lidocaine 10mg/ml spray for IUC insertion or removal

19 January 2023SPS protocol template for administration of lidocaine 10mg/ml spray to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.

Dosing and monitoring for treatment of Vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy

24 March 2021Effective treatment of vitamin D deficiency in pregnancy requires consideration of treatment regimens, monitoring, and preferred forms of vitamin D.

Dealing with OOS Microbiology Results in Pharmacy Aseptic Units (Part 2)

18 September 2024An SPS Quality Assurance (QA) bite size learning event on managing out of specification microbiological environmental monitoring results in aseptic units.

Prescribing and switching between modified-release methylphenidate

16 November 2023Modified-release methylphenidate capsules and tablets differ. Ensure patients receive appropriate treatment, particularly during periods of supply disruption.

Prescribing and using thiamine to prevent refeeding syndrome

2 May 2024Intravenous thiamine for prevention of refeeding syndrome should be reserved for those with intestinal failure where the oral or enteral route is unavailable.

Sodium chloride 0.9% in multi injector devices

20 July 2023SPS PGD template for administering sodium chloride 0.9% intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.

Why and how medicines are given with soft food or thickened fluid

17 December 2024Giving medicines with food or fluid may be needed for people with swallowing difficulties or for covert administration. Practical advice is provided.

Iopamidol contrast agent

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering iopamidol intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.

Iohexol contrast agent

5 October 2021SPS PGD template for administering iohexol intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.
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