Pediatric Nursing Knowledge Quiz
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Neonatal nursing === Neonatal ______ specialize in working with the youngest patients(infants). Neonat.

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Pediatric nursing is part of the nursing profession, specifically revolving around the care of neonates and children up to adolescence. The word, , comes from the Greek words 'paedia' (child) and 'iatrike' (physician). 'Paediatrics' is the British/Australian spelling, while '' is the American spelling. == Disciplines == === Direct nursing === Nursing functions vary regionally, by individual education, experience, and individual career goals. These functions include the administration of procedures and medicines according to prescribed nursing care plans. Nurses observe vital signs and develop communication skills with children and family members, as well as with other medical personnel. Awareness of the concerns of children and parents, physical presence at times of stress, and helping children and family members cope are common functions of direct nursing care === Neonatal nursing === Neonatal nurses specialize in working with the youngest patients(infants). Neonat.

pediatrics

Neonatal nursing === Neonatal nurses specialize in working with the youngest patients(infants). Neonat.

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Neonatal nursing === Neonatal nurses specialize in working with the youngest patients(infants). Neonat.

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Neonatal nursing === Neonatal nurses specialize in working with the youngest patients(infants). Neonat.

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What is the origin of the word 'pediatrics'?

<p>From the Greek words 'paedia' (child) and 'iatrike' (physician)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between 'paediatrics' and 'pediatrics'?

<p>British/Australian and American spelling, respectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are common functions of direct nursing care in pediatric nursing?

<p>Observing vital signs and developing communication skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do neonatal nurses specialize in?

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What is the meaning of 'paedia' in the word 'pediatrics'?

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