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Martha’s rule: what the rollout means for children’s nurses
Named after Martha Mills, who died after her parents’ concerns were ignored, nurses have a key role in ensuring Martha's rule has a lasting impact
Erin Dean
Posted 04 April 2024 - 00:01
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