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Heel Stick for an Infant

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13 steps for doing a heel stick on a baby.

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Online Medical Reviewer: Dan Brennan MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Liora C Adler MD

Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN

Date Last Reviewed: 05/01/2025

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