Pediatric Nursing Clinical

Catalog description

This course provides the application level of learning of the didactic course. It focuses on management of health care needs of children (from birth through adolescence) and their families. Emphasis is on the identification of the growth and developmental needs of the client and the management of pathologic conditions with the active participation of families. Students will be required to create and develop a plan of care utilizing a Concept Care Map and will be able to prioritize nursing interventions to clients. Clinical documentation is required to complete the plan of care. Demonstration of competency in pharmacological concepts and Pediatric Dosage Calculation are essential in this course. The course also involves health teaching and counseling. Clinical application of theory and skills occurs at the nursing skills Lab, simulation Lab, virtual lab, and in the clinical facility