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Pediatric Care

Pediatric Care

CHILD ABUSE: INTRODUCTION AND NEGLECT

Child abuse has been described as a silent epidemic, which strikes infants, youngsters, and teens without prejudice. These victims come from all socioeconomic groups, races, and religions. This program will discuss the broad concepts of child abuse, including its prevalence in the United States and the characteristics of families and children who are at risk for its occurrence. It will also focus on the most common form of abuse, neglect.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

Define child abuse

List four types of child abuse

Identify four characteristics typical of child abusers

Define neglect

List five categories of neglect

Describe signs of neglect in children at various ages

DVD / 2015 / 18 minutes

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CHILD ABUSE: PHYSICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL ABUSE

Child abuse has been described as a silent epidemic, which strikes infants, youngsters, and teens without prejudice. These victims come from all socioeconomic groups, races, and religions. This program will focus on two types of maltreatment: physical and psychological abuse.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

Define physical and psychological abuse.

List characteristics of children at risk for physical abuse.

Describe characteristics of parents who are physically and/or psychologically abusive.

Identify signs of physical abuse and how they can occur in different areas of the body.

Identify behaviors in both children and caretakers that indicate that abuse may have taken place.

List seven signs in the child that may indicate psychological abuse has or is occurring.

DVD / 2015 / 18 minutes

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CHILD ABUSE: SEXUAL ABUSE

Healthcare professionals have to deal with all types of patients and situations that are difficult. Yet one of the most disturbing things they have to encounter is the abuse of an innocent child. This is especially challenging when they have to interview the parent or caregiver they believe is responsible for the maltreatment. This program provides an overview of the issue of child abuse in the United States as well as detailed information on identifying various types and signs of sexual abuse, the responsibilities healthcare providers have when caring for victims, and the reporting of maltreatment.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

Describe the characteristics of perpetrators and victims of sexual abuse.

Describe types of sexual abuse and the phases of sexual abuse.

Identify the signs of sexual abuse.

Describe professional responsibilities relating to sexual abuse.

Describe the duty and responsibilities of professionals in reporting abuse.

DVD / 2015 / 19 minutes

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MODERATE OR PROCEDURAL SEDATION: PREVENTING AND MANAGING COMPLICATIONS: SEDATION IN CHILDREN

Not all patients are good candidates for moderate, or procedural, sedation. Pregnant women, and patients with kidney, liver, and cardiac disease may be excluded from receiving sedating drugs, as well as those patients with respiratory compromise, acute narrow angle glaucoma, unstable arrhythmias. In addition, young children, infants, neonates must be treated with caution.

The purpose of this program is to provide nurses and others an understanding of monitoring and managing complications of moderate sedation, and the special responsibilities of performing moderate sedation on children.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Identify complications of moderate sedation.

Describe the safe use of reversal drugs.

Define the nurse's responsibilities during moderate sedation of children.

Describe discharge criteria after moderate sedation of children.

DVD / 2015 / 23 minutes

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SPORT MEDICINE PEDIATRICS

By Amanda Weiss Kelly, Mark Halstead, Kelsey Logan, Andrew Gregory

Sport Medicine Pediatrics presents the latest research and developments in the areas of youth body image disorders, concussions, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD), and osteochondroses. Initially, the DVD looks at the issue of body dissatisfaction in both young boys and girls, noting risk factors, social influences, and consequences associated with a negative body image. The DVD also presents the published research on medication options for concussion treatment, including statistics on usage, to help reduce the severity of symptoms of a concussion and shorten the recovery period for young athletes. In addition, the DVD explores the prevalence of ADHD/ADD in the young athlete population, including incidence by gender and group, symptoms and challenges for those with the condition, pathophysiology, effect on motor skills and development, and how treatment affects movement and balance. Finally, the DVD discusses the various osteochondroses that affect the growth of bones and joints in children and adolescents, including the evidence-based medicine of diagnosis, treatment, and return to play.

DVD / 2015 / 74 minutes

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BEGINNING PEDIATRIC NURSING: ADOLESCENTS

In a healthcare setting, teens are just teetering between childhood need for parental support and the wish for complete independence. Their bodies undergo tremendous transitioning through puberty into the adult stage. It is critical for nurses and other healthcare professionals to understand the concepts of normal growth and development during this period so that they can answer questions and deliver age-appropriate care to their patients.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Describe characteristic traits of adolescents

Describe some recommended forms of care appropriate to adolescents

Describe working with families of adolescents of other cultures

Describe some techniques of non-traumatic care for adolescents

DVD / 2014 / 15 minutes

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BEGINNING PEDIATRIC NURSING: NEONATES, INFANTS AND TODDLERS

Caring for pediatric patients can be intimidating. Their bodies function differently, they have different thought processes, and they are not able to clear communicate their needs or problems. This is particularly true for the earliest years of childhood during which a great number of changes happen rapidly. Therefore, it is critical for nurses and other healthcare professionals to understand the concepts of normal growth and development so that they can deliver age-appropriate care to their patients.

After watching this program viewers should be able to:

Describe characteristic traits of neonates, infants and toddlers

Describe some recommended forms of care appropriate to neonates, infants and toddlers

Describe working with families of neonates, infants and toddlers of other cultures

Describe some techniques of non-traumatic care for neonates, infants and toddlers

DVD / 2014 / 17 minutes

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BEGINNING PEDIATRIC NURSING: PRESCHOOLERS

Preschool age children live lives of budding independence and exploration of the world beyond the immediate family, rapid cognitive growth, and continued physical growth. Caring for pediatric patients can be intimidating. Their bodies function differently, they have different thought processes, and they are not always able to clearly communicate their needs or problems. Therefore, it is critical for nurses and other healthcare professionals to understand the concepts of normal growth and development so that they can deliver age-appropriate care to their patients.

After watching this program viewers should be able to:

Describe characteristic traits of preschoolers

Describe some recommended forms of care appropriate to preschoolers

Describe working with families of preschoolers of other cultures

Describe some techniques of non-traumatic care for preschoolers

DVD / 2014 / 12 minutes

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BEGINNING PEDIATRIC NURSING: SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

During the school-age years, from age 6 through the onset of puberty, the child is becoming increasingly independent and interacting with others outside the family. He is also starting to develop self-confidence and challenge his own abilities. By the school age years, children are better able to communicate their needs and problems, but they should not be treated as simply small adults. Their bodies still function differently and they have different thought processes. Therefore, it is critical for nurses and other healthcare professionals to understand the concepts of normal growth and development so that they can deliver age-appropriate care to their patients.

After watching this program viewers should be able to:

Describe characteristic traits of school-age children

Describe some recommended forms of care appropriate to school-age children

Describe working with families of school-age children of other cultures

Describe some techniques of non-traumatic care for school-age children

DVD / 2014 / 13 minutes

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MEDICATING CHILDREN: PREVENTING ERRORS

Due to their small size and other physiological differences, children are particularly vulnerable to medication errors. This program focuses on strategies to prevent errors when administering medications to pediatric patients and review the "rights of medication administration" as they relate to pediatric patients.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Describe factors that can lead to medication errors

Identify tools that can be used to prevent medication errors with pediatric patients

Describe the six "rights" of pediatric drug administration

Explain the nurse's role in the administration of children's medications

DVD / 2013 / 14 minutes

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MEDICATING CHILDREN: TECHNIQUES FOR MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION

This program demonstrates and describes the safest, gentlest and least intrusive methods of administering pediatric medications to children of varying ages including instruction on the precise administration of otic, ophthalmic, nasal, oral, rectal and injectable medications.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Demonstrate appropriate strategies for administering medication to children of different developmental levels

Explain the nurse's role in the administration of children's medications

Describe how to administer oral, otic, ophthalmic, rectal, nasal and injectable medications to children

Select suitable injection sites for medication

DVD / 2013 / 20 minutes

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PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT PART 1

An essential part of preventive pediatric medicine is a complete and thorough physical assessment. Pediatric Physical Assessment Part 1 covers the evaluation of external body functions, including assessing physical growth and observing general appearance of the whole person.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Explain the issues to consider when performing a physical examination of a child.

Perform the necessary steps to acquire and record the patient's health history

Identify key area to assess the pediatric patient's general appearance

Describe the elements necessary to accurately assess the pediatric patient's growth

DVD / 2013 / 25 minutes

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PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT PART 2

An essential part of preventive pediatric medicine is a complete and thorough physical assessment. Pediatric Physical Assessment Part 2 covers the examination of internal body functions, including the chest and lungs, heart, abdomen, musculoskeletal system and neurological system. The course presents a systematic, step-by step process for performing a complete internal physical exam on a preschool-age child.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Perform an internal exam using the four basic techniques of a physical assessment.

Assess the health of the skin.

Assess the health of the eyes, ears, nose and mouth.

Evaluate the thorax, chest and lungs.

Assess the function and health of the heart.

Evaluate the abdomen.

Determine abnormalities of the musculoskeletal system.

Perform a complete neurological assessment.

DVD / 2013 / 29 minutes

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PREVENTING ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA: THE CRYING CONNECTION

Stop child abuse before it starts.

Abusive Head Trauma (AHT), also known as Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), is a serious form of child abuse, most commonly triggered by crying. By explaining why babies cry, identifying frustration thresholds, and providing tips on how to cope with infant crying, this proactive program is a must-see for anyone who has an infant in their care. Featuring relatable and diverse families, Preventing Abusive Head Trauma provides parents and caregivers with clear, up-to-date information and easy steps to take to help avoid a preventable injury.

Crying - crying is normal and all babies do it, description of AHT, animation of effect on baby's brain from shaking or blunt force

Taking a Time Out - describes frustration threshold and losing control, how to take a time out and put baby in a safe place, choosing the right caregiver, symptoms of AHT, importance of calling 911 immediately

Creating a Plan - make a checklist of baby's physical needs, effective soothing techniques, asking for help, eating well, getting enough sleep, exercise

DVD (Closed Captioned) / 2013 / (Ages 13-Adult) / 15 minutes

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RESPIRATORY DISTRESS IN THE PEDIATRIC PATIENT: ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, AND BREATH SOUNDS

The immature respiratory system is very different from that of an adult. Respiratory pathologies are one of the major problems affecting the health and well being of children. These issues can be due to infection, allergy, trauma, or congenital anomalies. Whatever the cause, if distress is not promptly identified and treated, respiratory failure and even cardiopulmonary arrest can follow.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Describe the differences between an immature respiratory system and an adult's

Identify normal pediatric breath sounds

Identify adventitious pediatric breath sounds and their possible causes

DVD / 2012 / 14 minutes

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ACUTE PAIN MANAGEMENT IN CHILDREN: OPERATIVE OR MEDICAL PROCEDURES

Summarizes the AHCPR Clinical Practice Guideline for Acute Pain Management in Infants, Children, and Adolescents: Operative and Medical Procedures. Discusses recommendations for the use of particular assessment techniques and the use of pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic techniques for managing pain.

DVD / 2011 / 20 minutes

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PEDIATRIC PAIN MANAGEMENT: ASSESSING PEDIATRIC PAIN

This program provides an overview of the assessment of pediatric pain.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Describe an evidence-based assessment of pediatric pain

Take a pain history

Explain the use of regular pain evaluations using objective criteria and/or standardized scales

Describe the use of the PQRST mnemonic and other standard methods to assess the child's pain

Use both non-verbal and self-reporting tools to measure a child's pain

Describe physiologic signs of pediatric pain

Utilize behavioral observation scales to assess pediatric pain

DVD / 2011 / 11 minutes

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PEDIATRIC PAIN MANAGEMENT: TREATING PEDIATRIC PAIN

This program provides an overview of the treatment techniques of pediatric pain.

Identify different types of non-pharmacological pain treatments

Describe non-pharmacological pain treatments appropriate for pediatric patients of different ages

Define cognitive, behavioral, and physical interventions for pain

Identify and utilize different types of pharmacological pain treatments.

Describe pharmacological pain treatments appropriate for pediatric patients of different ages

Explain the three-step analgesic ladder for the management of cancer pain, which can be applied to any acute or chronic painful situation

Describe techniques to manage different types of pain

DVD / 2011 / 12 minutes

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PEDIATRIC PAIN MANAGEMENT: UNDERSTANDING PEDIATRIC PAIN

This program provides nurses and other healthcare professionals with an understanding of pediatric pain.

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

Define types of pain

Identify the main misconceptions about pain among pediatric patients

Differentiate between acute, chronic and procedural pain

Distinguish between nociceptive pain and neuropathic pain

Explain the different ways in which children understand, process and express pain

DVD / 2011 / 16 minutes

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NICU EXPERIENCE, THE: GOING HOME

The NICU can be a stressful and frightening experience, abruptly altering traditional events and changing long anticipated plans. When babies arrive early or with complications, parents need to plan for the unexpected before taking the baby home. This program will provide the necessary information to help smooth the transition from the NICU to home.

This program provides information on the following topics:

Car seat safety

Bathing an infant

Infant choking

SIDS prevention

Checking hearing

Social and emotional development

Parent care

Hand hygiene

Signs and symptoms of illness

CPR

Tummy time

Checking vision

DVD / 2010 / 34 minutes

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CYSTIC FIBROSIS: RESEARCH & TREATMENT

Loren M. Glasser, MD; Peter W. Hiatt, MD

Topics covered in this program include: an overview of cystic fibrosis and discussion of new directions in therapy; respiratory viral infections; gene therapy; and the use of pulmonzyme in treatment of cystic fibrosis.

DVD / 120 minutes

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EMS UPDATE: EMERGENCY SERVICES FOR CHILDREN

Jocelyn Hulbert; Rene Morrissey, RN, EMT-P; Gayle Jones, RN, BSN, MA; Bryna Helfer, MA

Identify 3 chronic conditions that lead increased risk for medical emergencies, find areas where prehospital or acute care providers can assist children with special health needs, benefits of early referral to physical medical and rehab programs.

DVD / 60 minutes

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EMS UPDATE: PEDIATRIC POISONINGS

Martin G. Hellman, MD, FAAP, FACEP; Lisa Deranek, MD; Jeffrey Ekstein, MD; David Uchlcin, RN

Most common poisons encountered in the pediatric population; Assess the pertinent information in the pre-hospital setting; Discuss the pertinent pre-hospital treatment modalities; Understand common signs and symptoms of lead poisoning; Recognize the pre-hospital provider's role in averting pediatric poisoning.

DVD / 60 minutes

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IMPORTANCE OF POSTPARTUM HOME VISITS

Linda J. Tandy, MSN, RN, CCM, IBCLC

Identify postpartum patients; List common early healthcare needs of the patient; Nursing interventions for identifying patients; How skilled nurses can effect change through education.

DVD / 60 minutes

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PEDIATRIC HORIZONS: CYSTIC FIBROSIS

Loren M. Glasser, MD; Peter W. Hiatt, MD

Renowned physicians discussing new directions of therapy for pediatric Cystic Fibrosis and respiratory viral infections.

DVD / 30 minutes

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