British Thoracic Society emergency oxygen audits.
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چکیده
The British Thoracic Society (BTS) guideline for emergency oxygen use in adult patients was commissioned by the BTS and developed in conjunction with 21 other colleges and societies prior to publication in 2008. One of the specific aims of the Guideline Development Group was to audit the use of oxygen in UK hospitals before the guideline was published and at intervals afterwards.
منابع مشابه
Guidance on oxygen use in adults.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Thorax
دوره 66 8 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2011