Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 36, Issue 1 , Pages 83-84 , January 2010

Lawn Mower Injuries: A Review

  • Jean Mullins, BA

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doi: 10.1016/j.jen.2009.10.008

Journal of Emergency Nursing
Volume 36, Issue 1 , Pages 83-84 , January 2010