Jan 29, 2011 in Lab Skills, Research What exactly is dry ice? It’s solid carbon dioxide often supplied in pellets, slices or blocks How ‘cold’ is dry ice? It is very cold, minus 78°Celsius! You should never handle dry ice without proper thermal gloves to protect your … Continue reading
Jan 10, 2011 in Professional Development, Research Following the decision to become a research nurse, the first few months can be quite difficult and can really make you wonder whether or not you have made the right decision. You miss the routine of the ward, the camaraderie … Continue reading
Jan 7, 2011 in Research Randomisation is often listed as a barrier to recruitment into randomised clinical trials. It is a difficult concept to explain and most healthcare professionals develop their own personal way of explaining randomisation to their patients. In 2002, Jenkins et al, … Continue reading