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Copper Intrauterine Device (Cu-IUD)

19 October 2023SPS PGD template for the insertion of the Copper Intra-Uterine Device (Cu-IUD) for contraception

Sodium chloride 0.9% in multi injector devices

20 July 2023SPS PGD template for administering sodium chloride 0.9% intravenously for imaging investigations and procedures by registered Radiographers.

PGD Learning Event 3: Question and Answers

17 May 2023This session was a chance for those who attended sessions 1 or 2 to have their PGD related questions answered by the expert panel.

PGD Learning Event 2: An update on what's new in PGDs

10 May 2023An update session for those managing and using PGDs and other medicine mechanisms in practice

Understanding Patient Group Directions and Integrated Care Boards

3 May 2023We 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 2023SPS protocol templates for the supply and administration of omeprazole for pre planned caesarean section by registered midwives.

Legally providing General Sales List and Pharmacy Only medicines by registered midwives

20 April 2023Advice to support registered midwives in the legal administration and/or supply of P and GSL medicine, using omeprazole tablets as an example.

PGD Learning Event 1: New to PGDs

18 April 2023This learning event covered the background to PGDs and medicines mechanisms, and their use in practice.

Lidocaine 10mg/ml spray for IUC insertion or removal

19 January 2023SPS 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 2023SPS protocol template for the administration of lidocaine plus prilocaine cream to facilitate intrauterine contraception (IUC) insertion or removal.