Simulation-based team training improves quality of patient care, but the training should be a planned activity.

Intensive care patients often suffer from undertreated pain. A pain assessment tool in a Norwegian version may increase the quality of patient treatment.

Surgical departments and educational institutions lack an organisational structure and culture that supports evidence-based practice. This may affect patient safety.

Young girls want information about bleeding and irregular bleeding in relation to use of the contraceptive pill.

Inadequate post-stroke follow-up of dental health led to reduced oral health and loss of teeth. Better interdisciplinary follow-up could probably have prevented it.

Healthcare personnel, the police and the fire and rescue service, as well as voluntary groups, felt that they were supported by management, worked well together and shared a sense of pride in their efforts.

Establishing an individual care plan at an early stage of palliative care gives relatives hope and support. They also feel seen and their burden of responsibility is lessened. 

There is no difference in functional disability between women and men after having a stroke.

Student assistants taught the students in small groups and helped them to gain a better understanding of the subject content and inspired them to learn.