Critical Care
Liberal Visitation Practices Decrease Patient Anxiety
A new study claims that removing restrictions on hospital visiting hours not only allows patients to spend more time with family and friends, it can enhance outcomes by lowering patient anxiety levels and feelings of social isolation. More...07 Jan 2014

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