Home care management of the child with infantile spasms
Kolodgie, M.J.
Pediatric Nursing 20(3): 270-273; 259
1994
ISSN/ISBN: 0097-9805 PMID: 8008476 Document Number: 433219
The child with infantile spasms is at considerable risk for side effects related to ACTH therapy. Careful evaluation and assessment skills are essential in managing this group of patients following discharge.
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