Academic Pediatrics
Volume 10, Issue 4 , Pages 228-232 , July 2010

Knowledge Gaps and Misconceptions About Over-the-Counter Analgesics Among Adolescents Attending a Hospital-Based Clinic

Received 29 January 2009 ,Accepted 22 April 2010.

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 Dr Wilson is now affiliated with the American Academy of Pediatrics/Julius B. Ruchmond Center of Excellence.

PII: S1876-2859(10)00088-4

doi: 10.1016/j.acap.2010.04.002

Academic Pediatrics
Volume 10, Issue 4 , Pages 228-232 , July 2010

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