Critical care nursing clinics of North America
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Crit Care Nurs Clin North Am · Jun 1997
ReviewCaught in the crossfire. Children, guns, and trauma: an update.
The dramatic increase in violence-related deaths in the last few years demands that violence be recognized as a public health emergency. Even though mortality rates in children have decreased overall and deaths from injuries have also decreased, the rate of violence-related mortality has increased. ⋯ The recognition of violence as a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in children must become a national priority. By making a commitment to tackle the problem of violence, nurses and other health care professionals can make a significant contribution to society at large.
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Crit Care Nurs Clin North Am · Jun 1997
ReviewWomen who return to abusive relationships: a frustration for the critical care nurse.
Nurses caring for abused women become frustrated and concerned when their patients return to the violent relationship. This disconcerted feeling can hinder the care nurses render to these women, subsequently leaving the victim powerless. Understanding this phenomenon can improve patient care, increase the image of women and, ultimately, help banish violence against women.
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Firearm violence has reached an alarming level. The devastation that results from firearms has severe implications for the individual and society. ⋯ Nurses are in the prime position to coordinate the many phases of care, with the outcome being to incorporate the victim back into society. Prevention is the key to reducing firearm violence through awareness, education, and legislation.