title: Preventing complications in infant botulism.
abstract: By recognizing early signs of complications and intervening appropriately, the nurse plays a critical role in improving outcomes for infant botulism patients. The profound impact of the disease upon the family unit may be lessened by meticulous nursing care, parental support and education.
authors.forename: E J
authors.initials: EJ
authors.lastname: Wise
mesh_terms: D001906:Botulism / Q000150:complications / Q000451:nursing* / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D015278:Intensive Care Units, Pediatric; D008297:Male