Implementing a rapid response team.

Sue E. Durkin

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Implementing a rapid response team.

November 8, 2006

Durkin SE. Am J Nurs. 2006;106(10):50-53.

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The author describes the use of rapid response teams and discusses the implementation of this intervention strategy.

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