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Maria D Whyte1, James Whyte Iv, Eileen Cormier
1Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia, USA.
Purpose:
The purpose of this article is to present the results of a study focusing on the basis for parental decisions to refrain from the standard pediatric immunization schedule.
Design And Methods:
The study was based upon open-ended qualitative items that were subjected to content analysis to identify the prominent themes cited by parents.
Results:
The results of the study demonstrate the presence of a variety of continuing misperceptions regarding the risks represented by common pediatric immunizations.
Practice Implications:
The study demonstrates the need for intensive efforts designed to apprise families of the risks and benefits associated with pediatric immunization.
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