Course Code: REL-PAC-0-NAPP
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Choose at least three strategies to help ensure success during an exam of the infant, child, and adolescent.
Identify the proper way to perform a pediatric head-to-toe assessment using appropriate resource tools.
Recognize signs in the infant, child, and adolescent that are concerning.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Strategies for a Successful Pediatric Assessment
History and Physical Exam as a Tool
Conducting the Health Interview
Effective Interviewing
Cultural Competence
A Brief Overview of Child Development
Age-Specific Assessment Considerations
Review
Summary
Section 3: The Head-to-Toe Assessment
Where to Start
Beginning at the Top
Chest, Lungs, and Abdomen
The Skin, Genitourinary, Musculoskeletal, and Neurologic Exams
Review
Summary
Section 4: Recognizing Abnormal Signs and Symptoms
Pediatric Assessment Tools
Emergent Assessments
Helpful Mnemonics
Next Steps in Your Practice
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 18 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.