Neurologic intensive care unit management and economic issues.
This article opens with a case study and shows the complex nature of neurologic intensive care patients. After an historical perspective, the administrative organization and collaborative practice are discussed. The author also addresses the impact of outcome research and managed care on the current and future practice of the neurologic intensive care unit.
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