Critical care nursing in an austere environment
Critical Care MedicinePublished 30 June 2008
Kimberly K. Smith
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SJR score2.12
SNIP2.15
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A vast knowledge of various critical care and trauma processes as well as a wide variety of nursing skills are required to provide appropriate care for these casualties.
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A vast knowledge of various critical care and trauma processes as well as a wide variety of nursing skills are required to provide appropriate care for these casualties. Critical care nursing competencies, cognitive and skill-focused, required to practice in this environment are described.
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