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Thesaurus search results for 'NURSING': 5 results found.


COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING (Search for related entries in the library)

Scope Note: A form of nursing that occurs in community settings such as community health clinics and can involve in-home care.

NURSING (Search for related entries in the library)

NURSING AND RESIDENTIAL CARE (Search for related entries in the library)

NURSING AND RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES 

NURSING HOMES (Search for related entries in the library)

Scope Note: A type of long-term care facility providing care for the elderly and/or those who have chronic and acute illness requiring considerable medical care and assistance with daily living over a long period of time.

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