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Monitoring and reviewing a PGD
30 July 2024
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Monitoring and evaluating practice under a PGD and timely review of a PGD are important steps in the development process.
Writing a PGD
30 July 2024
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Writing a PGD is a multi-step process, requiring input from all members of the PGD development team.
When not to use
12 February 2024
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Understanding when PGDs are an unsuitable mechanism for the supply and/or administration of medicines ensures an alternative legal framework is applied.
Sodium chloride 0.9% in multi injector devices
20 July 2023
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SPS PGD template for administering sodium chloride 0.9% intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.
Understanding Patient Group Directions and Integrated Care Boards
3 May 2023
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We outline the responsibilities of ICBs in England as commissioners of NHS services using PGDs, and link to resources that provide further support and advice.
Omeprazole for use within antenatal and maternity services
20 April 2023
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SPS protocol templates for the supply and administration of omeprazole for pre planned caesarean section by registered midwives.
Legally providing GSL medicines by registered midwives
20 April 2023
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Advice to support registered midwives in the legal administration and/or supply of P and GSL medicine, using omeprazole tablets as an example.
Lidocaine 10mg/ml spray for IUC insertion or removal
19 January 2023
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SPS protocol template for administration of lidocaine 10mg/ml spray to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.
Lidocaine plus prilocaine cream for IUC insertion or removal
19 January 2023
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SPS protocol template for the administration of lidocaine plus prilocaine cream to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.
Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
19 January 2023
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SPS PGD template for the supply of trimethoprim tablets for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
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