Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 4 , Pages 320-323 , August 1998

Exposure of prehospital providers to violence and abuse

  • Cheryl Pozzi, MS, BSN, RN, BCFE (Forensic Safety, and Legal Nurse Consultant)

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    • Corresponding Author InformationFor reprints, write: Cheryl L. Pozzi MS, BSN, RN, BCFE, 8 Paul Road, Cedar Crest, NM 87008.

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PII: S0099-1767(98)90104-0

Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 24, Issue 4 , Pages 320-323 , August 1998