Pediatric safety.

Lee Ann Runy

Newspaper/Magazine Article

Pediatric safety.

May 20, 2009

Runy LA. Hospitals & health networks. 2009;83(5):8 p following 32, 2.

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This condensed discussion shares information on safety issues that affect care for children.

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