TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2004//
TI  - Management of intentional overdose in A&E departments
JO  - Nursing times
A1  - Littlejohn, Christopher
SP  - 38
EP  - 43
VL  - 100
IS  - 33
N2  - This guided reflection article discusses the biological, psychological and social causes of intentional overdose and how the A&E nurse can treat the suicidal patient. The author shows how nurses in A&E can provide interventions that address patients' physical and psychosocial needs. The correct acute response to the medications commonly taken in an intentional overdose case are described. These interventions promote patient survival, improve concordance with mental health follow-up and reduce recidivism.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0954-7762
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/
ID  - ref1
ER  -