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For current, relevant and evidence-based information about the bedside care of critically and acutely ill patients, turn to this bimonthly clinical practice journal.

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Volume 40,

Issue 1,

February 1, 2020

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Call for Papers on COVID-19

Critical Care Nurse is soliciting manuscripts about critical and acute care nurses' experiences with COVID-19. Case studies or review articles with personal commentary are welcome. Please contact the Editor at annette.bourgault@aacn.org to discuss your possible submission.

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About the Journal

Call for Papers on COVID-19

From the Editor

Practice Pointers

Certification Test Prep

Get CEs

Submit a Manuscript

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