Nurses experiences of participating in leech therapy in plastic and reconstructive surgery in Ireland

Alison Reynolds

School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2.

I have recently taken up the position of Trauma Nurse Coordinator in St.James's hospital. My background for the last 7 years is in the area of orthopedics, maxillo-facial and plastic surgery. I completed my undergraduate degree and a Masters in Nursing in TCD.

Abstract

TITLE: Leech therapy in Ireland. BACKGROUND: Leech therapy is administered by nurses in plastic and reconstructive surgery wards in Ireland. Some nurses are reported as having “Qualms” about participating in this therapy.... [ view full abstract ]

Authors

  1. Alison Reynolds (School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2.)
  2. Colm OBoyle (School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin, Dublin 2.)

Topic Area

Topics: Adult Healthcare

Session

HSE » Healthcare Staff Experiences (10:30 - Thursday, 10th November, Seminar Room 2.51)

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