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. 2021 Nov 1;34(11):24-29.
doi: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000794980.31616.fa.

Caring for the psychosocial needs of the acutely traumatized patient

C Chloe Powell  1
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Caring for the psychosocial needs of the acutely traumatized patient

C Chloe Powell. JAAPA. .

Abstract

Support for a patient in the aftermath of a potentially traumatic event is enhanced when clinicians understand the normal reactions that may occur during the traumatization process. This article discusses recommendations from international and national guidelines as well as best practices from the medical and psychiatric literature to help guide clinicians providing care for acutely traumatized patients.

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