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For patients with severe injuries, nurses play a critical role in connecting patients and their families with nonmedical resources to support recovery and coping. After the initial injury, nurses can provide educational resources tailored to the patient's condition, such as understanding the injury, treatment options, and rehabilitation expectations (American Nurses Association (ANA), 2021). They can also offer referrals to social workers or case managers who assist with navigating financial concerns, including accessing insurance benefits, disability services, or securing financial assistance programs. Emotional and psychological support is another vital area, where nurses can recommend counseling services or support groups for both patients and families to address the stress and emotional impact of the injury (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 2023). For families, nurses may provide guidance on caregiver support resources, respite care, and training to help them manage the patient's needs effectively at home. Additionally, nurses can facilitate connections with community resources such as transportation services, vocational rehabilitation programs, and home modification assistance to ensure the patient's environment is conducive to recovery and independence. By addressing these nonmedical aspects of care, nurses play a crucial role in enhancing the patient and family's quality of life and long-term recovery outcomes.