Guidance

The guidance section holds a wealth of information on a wide range of subjects relating to general practice.

Performance Matters – The importance of trained chaperones
Guidance
Performance Matters – The importance of trained chaperones
The LMC is regularly involved in representing and supporting doctors who have been identified as having “performance” issues. The LMC has identified a number of themes which recur, and this regular feature will highlight these, so that our members can avoid these pitfalls. A recent case involved a GP who was reported for potentially inappropriate […]
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Performance matters: Radiology sedation
Performance matters: Radiology sedation
23 November 2023
Practices have reported that they are seeing an increase in requests for them to prescribe sedation for patients due to have radiological investigations such as MRI scans. Sedated patients should…
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Inclisiran
Inclisiran
26 September 2023
Background We recently issued some information on Inclisiran but wished to further update this as several practices have contacted us to inform us that they have felt under pressure by…
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Completing DVLA medical forms
Completing DVLA medical forms
15 September 2023
Following an LMC query, colleagues should note that completing DVLA medical forms is not within the scope of the CNSGP medical negligence scheme in relation to any complaints or concerns…
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CQC Interview Questions for Registered Managers
CQC Interview Questions for Registered Managers
31 August 2023
Requirements for Registered Managers Current requirements and guidance are can be found on the CQC's website.  The application form covers the following areas: Introduction Criminal record checks References The application form…
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Caldicott Guardians in General Practice
Caldicott Guardians in General Practice
31 August 2023
The Caldicott principles and guardian roles explained The National Data Guardian (NDG) plays a crucial role in maintaining the confidentiality of health and social care services. Caldicott guardians oversee the…
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A2A – Authority to administer
A2A – Authority to administer
31 August 2023
In the past when we requested a community nurse to administer medication to a patient, the community nurse would request that we document this request on an Authority to Administer…
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Updated Lincolnshire Antimicrobial Guidance
Updated Lincolnshire Antimicrobial Guidance
15 August 2023
Antibiotic prescribing guidance changes are key in our appropriate prescribing and stewardship of antibiotics in our communities. The updated Lincolnshire Antimicrobial Guidance is now available at: https://lincolnshire-pacef.nhs.uk/policies-guidance/antimicrobial-guidance This page also…
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