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Which of the following is NOT a primary role of a pediatric nurse?
Which of the following is NOT a primary role of a pediatric nurse?
A good pediatric nurse should not have an interest in family care.
A good pediatric nurse should not have an interest in family care.
False
Name one responsibility of a pediatric nurse.
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 __________.
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?
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:
Match the following differentiated practice roles to their required degrees:
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Separation anxiety only occurs in infants.
Separation anxiety only occurs in infants.
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What are two major stressors of hospitalization for children?
What are two major stressors of hospitalization for children?
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Separation anxiety refers to excessive fear or anxiety about separation from __________.
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:
Match the stages of protest with their corresponding behaviors observed in young children:
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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
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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
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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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Description
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.
