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Pulling axis together.

Patricia Tilley·Darlene Petersen
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Abstract

Axis is an abstract concept that healthcare providers often find difficult to understand. This article presents a simple activity that "pulls" electrical axis into a concrete format enhancing understanding.

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Patricia Tilley, Darlene Petersen. Pulling axis together.. https://doi.org/10.1097/00003465-200309000-00003

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