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Physiotherapy Theory and Practice
An International Journal of Physical Therapy
Volume 8, 1992 - Issue 1
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Original Article

Chest physiotherapy practice in intensive care units in Australia, the UK and Hong Kong

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Pages 39-47 | Accepted 01 Jan 1992, Published online: 10 Jul 2009

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