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PN 887 - Pediatric Nursing for the Practical Nurse

120 Clock Hours, 0 Credits, 120 Contact Hours

This module is for the practical nurse (PN) who has completed Practical Nursing A and B modules of the PN program.  The module will focus on the growing child and family and the child needing nursing care.  The module will explore care of the child with a sensory or neurological condition, musculoskeletal condition, respiratory or cardiovascular disorder, blood or blood forming organ or lymphatic system disorder, gastrointestinal condition, genitourinary condition, skin conditions, metabolic condition, communicable disease, and the child with an emotional or behavioral condition.  This includes PN-level interventions, pharmacology, pathophysiology, and lab and diagnostics information.  It also builds on previous learning of communication, cultural uniqueness, community resources, ethical and legal considerations, and critical thinking for safe and responsible practice in a variety of care environments.