It can be almost impossible to insert a needle in the case of some patients. Moreover, registered nurses have many work tasks to carry out at the same time in different places, and this can reduce concentration.

Guidelines that were not regarded as professionally sound, logical and relevant or in keeping with one’s own clinical experiences or feelings were more difficult to follow.

Participation in cancer and palliative care networks increased the registered nurses’ competence. Staff exchange training schemes and frequent participation in clinical practice days were also highly beneficial.

Ansatte i kombinerte stillinger støtter, motiverer og veileder sykepleiere i praksis og ivaretar deres behov for fagspesifikk veiledningskompetanse.

The method seems to be especially efficient for patients experiencing high initial pain intensities.

Inspirational practical training entails peer mentoring by third-year students. This provides a better understanding of the complexity of nursing and the relevance of the profession.