Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 20, Issue 5 , Pages 293-299 , September 2006

Primary Care Issues for the Healthy Premature Infant

  • Michelle M. Kelly, RN, MSN, CRNP

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    • Corresponding Author InformationReprint requests: Michelle M. Kelly, RN, MSN, CRNP, 750 Champlain Dr, King of Prussia, PA 19406

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2006.01.002

Journal of Pediatric Health Care
Volume 20, Issue 5 , Pages 293-299 , September 2006

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