AORN Journal
Volume 91, Issue 4 , Pages 519-524 , April 2010

Clinical Issues—April 2010

  • Robin Chard, RN, PhD, CNOR (Perioperative Nursing Specialist)

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doi: 10.1016/j.aorn.2010.01.010

AORN Journal
Volume 91, Issue 4 , Pages 519-524 , April 2010

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