Providing respite care in a rural environment.
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North Wales is one of the most beautiful spots to visit for a short break, particularly in the early spring. In fact, the local population swells by 50 per cent in the peak holiday season.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Nursing standard (Royal College of Nursing (Great Britain) : 1987)
دوره 11 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1996