Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Celebrating the student nurse and why we need them
Wednesday 8 May 2024, 12:00 AM

Student nurses spending time in general practice are able to grow their skill in communicating with patients [Image: Bogdan Stanojevic on iStock]
Nurse advocate Jeanette Banks wants practices to think about hosting a student nurse – the benefits are widespread
Thank you, I have learnt not only nursing skills but how to communicate with patients and how to work with my colleagues, you made me happy to work he
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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