International Journal of Nursing Studies
Volume 41, Issue 4 , Pages 447-455 , May 2004

Empowerment, skills, and values: a comparative study of nurses and social workers

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doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2003.10.012

International Journal of Nursing Studies
Volume 41, Issue 4 , Pages 447-455 , May 2004