How trauma networks can improve patient care

Sam Miller

doi:10.7748/en2010.10.18.6.14.c8027

How trauma networks can improve patient care

Sam Miller

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Abstract

The development of trauma networks in the UK has been proposed to standardise care and improve outcomes, and thereby reduce morbidity and mortality rates among severely injured patients. This article outlines the history of trauma networks in the United States and the advantages and disadvantages of setting them up in the UK.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	14-18
Number of pages	5
Journal	Emergency Nurse
Volume	18
Issue number	6
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.7748/en2010.10.18.6.14.c8027
Publication status	Published - 7 Oct 2010
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

Major injury
Morbidity
Mortality
Trauma network

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