Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 20, Issue 6 , Pages 469-476 , December 2005

Time-Efficient Strategies to Ensure Vaccine Risk/Benefit Communication

  • Kathleen N. Tenrreiro, RN, MS

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence and reprint requests to Kathleen N. Tenrreiro, RN, MS, Edison College, Division of Professional and Technical Studies, 7007 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples, FL 34113.

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doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2005.06.012

Journal of Pediatric Nursing
Volume 20, Issue 6 , Pages 469-476 , December 2005

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