Management of intentional overdose in A&E departments
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The biological, psychological and social causes of intentional overdose along with the ways in which the A&E nurse can treat the suicidal patient are discussed. The ways in which nurses in A&E can provide interventions that are responsible for a patientEs physical and psychosocial needs are mentioned.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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The management of acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding
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Acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding (GI) bleeding is one of the most common medical emergencies and requires urgent medical assessment. Important issues that are vital for the nurses are discussed, which includes awareness of signs, symptoms and management of acute upper GI bleeding.
Publication Name: Nursing Times
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0954-7762
Year: 2004
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