The new heatwave and extreme heat protection plan
Hainsworth, T.
Nursing Times 101(22): 26-27
2005
ISSN/ISBN: 0954-7762 PMID: 15960102 Document Number: 585704
It is important for nurses to be aware of the health risks that occur during heatwaves and that they are able to swiftly take the appropriate action to protect people who have a high risk of heat-associated illness. The Department of Health has just issued new guidance on this.
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