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Section 2. Recommendations for Care of Children in Special Circumstances

Infection Control for Hospitalized Children

Health care-associated infections are a major cause of morbidity and mortality in hospitalized children, particularly children in intensive care units. Hand hygiene before and after each patient contact . . . [Go to Full Text]


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