Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing
Volume 21, Issue 1 , Pages 16-26 , February 2006

Peripheral Nerve Blocks: Understanding the Nurse’s Role

  • Karen L. McCamant, MSN, RN, CAPA

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Karen L. McCamant, BA, BSN, RN, CAPA, 394 Walnut Lane, North East, Maryland 21901

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PII: S1089-9472(05)00387-4

doi: 10.1016/j.jopan.2005.11.006

Journal of PeriAnesthesia Nursing
Volume 21, Issue 1 , Pages 16-26 , February 2006