Perinatal patient safety and quality.

Kathleen Rice Simpson

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Perinatal patient safety and quality.

July 6, 2011

Simpson KR. J Perinat Neonatal Nurs. 2011;25(2):103-107.

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This commentary describes strategies to improve safety in perinatal care for both mothers and infants.

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