The management of animal and human bite wounds.
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Every year, large numbers of people are bitten by animals, and a smaller number by humans. The consequences can be serious. However, better health education to help prevent bites and teaching a bite-avoidance strategy when someone is being treated for a bite may help to reduce the problem. This article discusses treatment options and the possible complications of bite wounds.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Nursing times
دوره 102 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2006