Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 20, Issue 2 , Pages 64-74 , 4 March 2005

Effect of Educational Preparation on the Accuracy of Linear Growth Measurement in Pediatric Primary Care Practices: Results of a Multicenter Nursing Study

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2005.02.006

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 20, Issue 2 , Pages 64-74 , 4 March 2005

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