TY  - JOUR
PY  - 1997//
TI  - The role of the community health nurse in the provision of care to youth gangs
JO  - Journal of community health nursing
A1  - Lee, C. Y.
SP  - 111
EP  - 117
VL  - 14
IS  - 2
N2  - Youth gangs are a major public health care concern in the United States. The nursing profession is just beginning to recognize the needs of this special population. In this article, I present a general background of gangs in the United States. They have been a significant problem in society since the early decades of the 19th century; however, increasing crimes and high health risks make it important to seek some solutions. I present an example of a community health nurse who, as part of a Gang Reduction Interagency Partnership team made a difference. The need for more research is emphasized so that we may understand this population as well as address their health care needs and those of their families.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0737-0016
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -