Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Tissues01:18

Tissues

86.7K
Cells with similar structure and function are grouped into tissues. A group of tissues with a specialized function is called an organ. There are four main types of tissue in vertebrates: epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous.
86.7K
Tissue Transplantation01:24

Tissue Transplantation

1.1K
Tissue transplantation is a significant medical procedure involving the transfer of cells, tissues, or organs from a donor to a recipient, with the primary aim of restoring lost functions. This procedure is crucial in treating a broad spectrum of diseases, including kidney diseases, liver failure, heart disease, and certain types of cancers.
The Biology of Tissue Transplantation
The biology of tissue transplantation hinges on the Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) molecules. These molecules...
1.1K
Kidney Transplant III: Nursing Management01:16

Kidney Transplant III: Nursing Management

472
Postoperative Nursing Management for Kidney Transplant PatientsPostoperative nursing management care includes monitoring the surgical site, encouraging early movement, and promoting lung health through breathing exercises. Nurses also administer prescribed medications like H2-blockers, such as famotidine, or proton pump inhibitors, like omeprazole, to help prevent gastrointestinal ulcers and bleeding. Fungal infections in the mouth and bladder can result from immunosuppressive and antibiotic...
472
Varicose Veins II: Diagnostic Studies and Interprofessional Care01:26

Varicose Veins II: Diagnostic Studies and Interprofessional Care

267
Varicose veins, or varicosities, develop when the valves in the veins, which control blood flow, weaken or damage. It causes blood to pool and the veins to enlarge. Understanding the clinical manifestations, diagnostic approaches, and management options for varicose veins is crucial for effective treatment and relief.Clinical manifestationsClinical manifestations of varicose veins include a heavy, achy feeling or pain after prolonged standing or sitting. This discomfort can often be relieved by...
267
Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management01:23

Peripheral Artery Disease V: Postoperative Nursing Management

494
During the postoperative period, it is crucial to focus on maintaining circulation, identifying and managing potential complications, and planning for discharge.Nursing AssessmentVital signs monitoring: Regularly monitor vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, to detect early signs of complications such as bleeding and infection.Circulation assessment: Monitor pulses, perform Doppler assessments, and check capillary refill, color, temperature, and...
494

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Evaluation of the chronic disease self-management program in adults with epilepsy in a nationwide community network.

Epilepsy & behavior : E&B·2026
Same author

Trichobezoar-Induced Small Bowel Obstruction in a Pediatric Patient: A Report of a Rare Case.

Cureus·2025
Same author

Surgical Management of Perineal Groove.

Journal of the American College of Surgeons·2024
Same author

Improving self-efficacy in seizure first aid: Developing a seizure first aid certification program in the United States.

Epilepsy & behavior : E&B·2022
Same author

The rescue therapy in epilepsy project Part 2: Insights from people with epilepsy and families on expert-derived preferred practices.

Epilepsy & behavior : E&B·2021
Same author

Preferred practices for rescue treatment of seizure clusters: A consensus-driven, multi-stakeholder approach.

Epilepsy & behavior : E&B·2021
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
Same journal

Journal of wound care·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 10, 2026

Tissue Engineering by Intrinsic Vascularization in an In Vivo Tissue Engineering Chamber
09:55

Tissue Engineering by Intrinsic Vascularization in an In Vivo Tissue Engineering Chamber

Published on: May 30, 2016

9.4K

Tissue viability education.

Brian Gilchrist1, E A Nelson2

  • 1Lecturer in Nursing Studies, King's College, London.

Journal of Wound Care
|December 13, 2016
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Tissue viability nurses are increasingly common in the UK. This study explores their roles and responsibilities in patient care.

More Related Videos

Ex Vivo Infection of Live Tissue with Oncolytic Viruses
12:08

Ex Vivo Infection of Live Tissue with Oncolytic Viruses

Published on: June 25, 2011

13.4K
Isolation of Human Primary Valve Cells for In vitro Disease Modeling
07:31

Isolation of Human Primary Valve Cells for In vitro Disease Modeling

Published on: April 16, 2021

3.3K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Mar 10, 2026

Tissue Engineering by Intrinsic Vascularization in an In Vivo Tissue Engineering Chamber
09:55

Tissue Engineering by Intrinsic Vascularization in an In Vivo Tissue Engineering Chamber

Published on: May 30, 2016

9.4K
Ex Vivo Infection of Live Tissue with Oncolytic Viruses
12:08

Ex Vivo Infection of Live Tissue with Oncolytic Viruses

Published on: June 25, 2011

13.4K
Isolation of Human Primary Valve Cells for In vitro Disease Modeling
07:31

Isolation of Human Primary Valve Cells for In vitro Disease Modeling

Published on: April 16, 2021

3.3K

Area of Science:

  • Nursing
  • Clinical Practice

Background:

  • Growing adoption of the 'tissue viability nurse' title in the UK.
  • Need to define the scope and impact of this specialized nursing role.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and describe the characteristics of tissue viability nurses in the UK.
  • To delineate the key responsibilities and functions performed by these nurses.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research approach.
  • Exploration of the evolving role of specialist nurses.

Main Results:

  • Emerging specialist role within nursing.
  • Focus on wound care and pressure ulcer prevention.

Conclusions:

  • Tissue viability nurses play a crucial role in managing complex wound care needs.
  • Further research is needed to fully understand their contribution to patient outcomes.