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The BJN inform newsletter (31st January 2025)

Welcome to the January issue of the BJN inform newsletter – your go-to resource for the latest articles on all things nursing.

New to the platform? BJN inform is a mentor-in-your pocket digital resources for nurses, nurse associates and nursing students, providing you with easy-access articles on topics across clinical areas, person-centred care, career and nurse wellbeing.

In this issue of the newsletter, discover the latest clinical articles on bronchitis and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and explore our ‘Advanced clinical practice and leadership’ segment to understand options for career progression in more leadership-focussed roles.

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Bronchitis

Refresh your knowledge of acute and chronic bronchitis in this clinical overview of the common condition. In the article, Debbie Duncan (lecturer for the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen’s University) outlines the definitions of both types of bronchitis, their symptoms (as well as symptoms of similar conditions), diagnosis and treatment.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neuro-behavioural disorders, and is characterised by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. In this clinical overview, Kim Barron (Advanced Nurse Practitioner, Erskine Veterans Charity) highlights the differences in symptoms that clinicians must consider when diagnosing people with the condition, as well as management of the condition.

Note: This is free to access, only for this month!

Advanced clinical practice and leadership

Leadership is central to the field of nursing, encouraging intergenerational learning, creating inclusive work cultures and influencing change across healthcare. Leadership and management are also core tenets of advanced clinical practice, enabling nurses to take active roles in strategic planning, quality improvement and policy development.

Explore these two My Career articles to understand how to navigate the various pathways towards advanced clinical practice and apply leadership skills to everyday care.

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