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Review
. 2005 Jan-Feb;19(1):42-7; quiz 48-9.
doi: 10.1016/j.pedhc.2004.09.002.

EMLA for painful procedures in infants

Karen L Weise  1 , Milap C Nahata
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Review

EMLA for painful procedures in infants

Karen L Weise et al. J Pediatr Health Care. 2005 Jan-Feb.

Abstract

Based on the content of the article, you will be able to: Identify the two drugs in EMLA and the youngest pediatric age for its approved use. List the procedures for which EMLA has been used to control pain in infants. Describe the efficacy of EMLA vs. other agents in treating pain. Discuss the potential adverse effects of EMLA in infants. See page 48 for instructions.

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