Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG): A Qualitative Study
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Amy Elizabeth Deaner, AD, School of Nursing, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, Tennessee, USA
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Abstract
Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG); A Qualitative Study: The purpose of this study is to better understand potential warning signs of DIPG in early child development, bring public awareness of this lethal cancer, and support for ongoing research to develop a cure.
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44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.
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2017-10-05T15:43:04Z
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Keywords | Brain; Pediatric; Tumor |
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| Name | 44th Biennial Convention |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2017 |
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