Caring for patients who experience hallucinations.

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  • Lynne Walsh
چکیده

This article examines the incidence and causes of hallucinations, as well as detailing the different types of hallucinations. It also describes the nurse's role when caring for a patient who is experiencing hallucinations.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Nursing times

دوره 103 21  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2007