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. 2009 Nov;62(6):516-9.
doi: 10.4212/cjhp.v62i6.852.

Do automated dispensing machines improve patient safety?

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Do automated dispensing machines improve patient safety?

No authors listed. Can J Hosp Pharm. 2009 Nov.
No abstract available

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