Introduction to Pediatric Nursing
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Which of the following is NOT a primary role of a pediatric nurse?

  • Entertainer (correct)
  • Advocate
  • Researcher
  • Caregiver
  • A good pediatric nurse should not have an interest in family care.

    False (B)

    Name one responsibility of a pediatric nurse.

    Assessing children's needs

    The primary role of a pediatric nurse that involves providing education is known as __________.

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    Which of the following is NOT a cause of hospitalization for children?

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    Match the following differentiated practice roles to their required degrees:

    <p>Clinical Care Coordinator = Associate Degree Care Manager = BS Degree Clinical Nurse = Master Degree Nurse Practitioner = Doctorate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Separation anxiety only occurs in infants.

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    What are two major stressors of hospitalization for children?

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    Separation anxiety refers to excessive fear or anxiety about separation from __________.

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    Match the stages of protest with their corresponding behaviors observed in young children:

    <p>Crying = Behavior of Protest Searching for parent with eyes = Behavior of Protest Withdrawal = Stage of Despair Lack of interest in environment = Stage of Despair</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Pediatric Nursing Definition

    Care of children (conception to adolescence) focusing on health, illness, prevention, treatment, and recovery.

    Pediatric Nurse Qualities

    Key traits include being observant, honest, empathetic, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children and their families.

    Pediatric Nurse Role - Caregiver

    Providing direct patient care, including diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment.

    Pediatric Nurse Role - Advocate.

    Helping families and children make informed decisions.

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    Pediatric Nurse Responsibilities

    Assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating care, and educating children and families.

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    Separation Anxiety

    Excessive fear or anxiety about separation from home.

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    Hospitalization Stressors - Children

    Stressors like separation, loss of control, bodily injury, and pain impacting children during illness or procedures.

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    Child Hospitalization Causes

    Illness, surgery, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures can lead to child hospitalization.

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    Effects of Hospitalization on Children

    Hospitalizations significantly impact children's health and well-being due to changes in routine and lack of coping mechanisms.

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    Protest and Despair Stages

    Typical behavioral responses - crying, clinging, inactivity - observed in children experiencing separation anxiety during hospitalization.

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    Study Notes

    Definition of Pediatric Nursing

    • Pediatrics is the branch of medical science dealing with children's care from conception to adolescence.
    • It focuses on health, illness, and rehabilitation.

    Qualities of a Good Pediatric Nurse

    • Good observer
    • Honest and truthful
    • Sympathetic, kind, patient and cheerful
    • Love to work with children
    • Interested in family care
    • Able to teach children and their families

    Role of Pediatric Nurse

    • Primary roles:
      • Caregiver: helping patients, diagnosing, monitoring, and administering therapeutic interventions
      • Advocate: assisting families and children in making informed decisions
      • Educator
      • Researcher
      • Manager or leader
    • Secondary roles:
      • Coordinator
      • Collaborator
      • Consultant
    • The nurse provides care for sick children and their families by:
      • Assessing their needs
      • Planning for their care
      • Implementing the nursing care plan and the plan of care
      • Evaluating children's condition and the plan of care
      • Providing health teaching to children and their parents

    Differentiated Practice Roles

    • Clinical care coordinator (associate degree)
    • Care manager (BS degree)
    • Clinical nurse (master degree)
    • The nurse should assist children to return to their maximal level of functioning after illness or disabilities.

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    This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of pediatric nursing, including the definition, qualities of a good pediatric nurse, and their roles in providing care to children and families. Gain insights into the vital responsibilities and skills necessary for nursing in pediatrics.

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