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According to WHO: “Collaborative practice happens when multiple health workers from different professional backgrounds work together with patients, families, carers and communities to deliver the highest quality of care across settings[1]<\/a>.”<\/p>\n

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How would you explain Interprofessional Collaboration?<\/h2>\n

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Why do we need interprofessional collaboration?<\/h2>\n

Effective interprofessional collaborative practice (ICP) can lead to:<\/p>\n