Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing
Volume 12, Issue 1 , Pages 5-12 , February 2008

The nursing expert in clinical practice

  • Jennie Walker, MSc, BSc (Hons), DipCPC, RGN ((Clinical Educator))

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Journal of Orthopaedic Nursing
Volume 12, Issue 1 , Pages 5-12 , February 2008

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