Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 19, Issue 5 , Pages 332-336 , September 2005

Cerumen Removal Products

  • Paula Dimmitt, RN, MS, CPNP

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Paula Dimmitt, RN, MS, CPNP, 1935 Motor Street, Dallas, TX 75235

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PII: S0891-5245(05)00262-2

doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2005.07.008

Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 19, Issue 5 , Pages 332-336 , September 2005

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