Pediatric Nursing
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Keywords
pediatrics , pediatric nurse , nursing , patient care , healthcare , children , child health
Project
Authors
Date Submitted
2015
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Online Course Module
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Drill and Practice
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Syllabus
Institution
Roane State Community College
Industry Partner
TN Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 2
Additional Public Access
Abstract
This course introduces pediatrics for nursing students. Topics covered include differences between caring for children of various age groups; making age-related adjustments in areas such as obtaining vital signs, abnormal vital signs, assessments, administering medications, and common fears; the professional nurse's role in child health promotion and maintenance; care required for alterations in fluid and electrolyte status, the respiratory or cardiovascular systems, neuromuscular function, or developmental delays in children; and care required by children experiencing alterations in the gastrointestinal or genitourinary systems, hematologic conditions, endocrine abnormalities, or skeletal dysfunction.
Industry (NAISC)
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation (SOC)
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations (29-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Associate Degree
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent
Skill Level
Quality Assurance Organization
Healthcare Editorial Board