Non-medical use of prescription drugs: implications for NPs.
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Nurse practitioners are the first line of defense when combating the problem of nonmedical use of prescription drugs. This article outlines related clinical issues and provides tools and treatment options to use with patients and the community.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- The Nurse practitioner
دوره 37 7 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012