Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 4 , Pages 309-315 , August 1998

The injured drunk driver in central Texas: Incidence, demographics, and legal ramifications

  • Laura M. Criddle, RN, MS, CEN, CFRN (Flight Nurse)

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationFor reprints, write: Laura M. Criddle, RN, MS, CEN, CFRN, 3713 Rocky Ford Dr, Austin, TX 78749.
    • STAR Flight, Brackenridge Hospital, Austin, Tex USA
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  • Barbara Carson, RN, BSN, CEN (Staff Nurse)

      Affiliations

    • Emergency Department, Columbia St David's South Hospital, Austin, Tex USA

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PII: S0099-1767(98)90102-7

Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 4 , Pages 309-315 , August 1998

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