RESUMO
The RCN is on the cusp of a decision that could have profound effects on nursing worldwide. RCN council faces a momentous choice about whether and when to exercise its new power to withdraw the college from membership of the International Council of Nurses (ICN) (letters April 10, analysis and letters April 17, news and letters May 1).
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Increasing numbers of people across the world are developing preventable non-communicable diseases (NCDs). This has massive social and economic implications for individuals, families, communities and countries, and impacts on the roles, responsibilities and future careers of nurses. The growing epidemic of NCDs is attracting increasing attention at every level and in almost every country. Many of the causes and solutions are beyond the remit of the health sector alone, calling instead for a system-wide approach. However, with the necessary knowledge and skills, the millions of nurses worldwide are well placed to make a significant contribution to the prevention and management of NCDs, focusing particularly on tobacco cessation, a healthy diet (including safe use of alcohol) and physical activity.
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Doença Crônica/enfermagem , Educação em Enfermagem/organização & administração , Promoção da Saúde/métodos , Competência Clínica , Humanos , Pesquisa em Educação em Enfermagem , Pesquisa em Avaliação de EnfermagemRESUMO
UK nurses joined international colleagues to discuss the profession's contribution to fighting chronic conditions.
