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What is the primary aim of pediatric nursing?
What is the primary aim of pediatric nursing?
- To ensure compliance with medical treatments in young patients
- To provide care based solely on physical health needs
- To primarily focus on mental health concerns in adolescents
- To improve the quality of health care for children (correct)
Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR)?
Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR)?
- Parental education levels
- Access to healthcare services
- Economic stability of the region
- Genetic predisposition to certain diseases (correct)
Which aspect is included in the elements of the Family Centered Care Approach?
Which aspect is included in the elements of the Family Centered Care Approach?
- Strict adherence to hospital policies
- Isolated treatment of the child without family involvement
- Collaboration between healthcare providers and family members (correct)
- Focus solely on the child's medical needs
What does the Infant Morbidity Rate measure?
What does the Infant Morbidity Rate measure?
According to pediatric nursing concepts, which of the following is NOT considered a quality essential for a good pediatric nurse?
According to pediatric nursing concepts, which of the following is NOT considered a quality essential for a good pediatric nurse?
Which of the following represents a common cause of death among children under the age of 5 years?
Which of the following represents a common cause of death among children under the age of 5 years?
What is the recommended age limit for patients to receive pediatric care according to the American Academy of Pediatrics?
What is the recommended age limit for patients to receive pediatric care according to the American Academy of Pediatrics?
Which of the following does NOT pertain to the concept of morbidity in pediatric nursing?
Which of the following does NOT pertain to the concept of morbidity in pediatric nursing?
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What is pediatric nursing?
What is pediatric nursing?
Pediatric nursing encompasses caring for infants, children, and adolescents, focusing on their physical, mental, social, and emotional growth. It aims to improve the quality of health care for children.
What is the Infant Mortality Rate?
What is the Infant Mortality Rate?
The infant mortality rate (IMR) measures the number of deaths during the first year of life per 1000 live births.
What is the Infant Morbidity Rate?
What is the Infant Morbidity Rate?
The infant morbidity rate (IMR) measures the number of illnesses during the first year of life per 1000 live births.
What factors influence the Infant Mortality Rate?
What factors influence the Infant Mortality Rate?
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What is family-centered care?
What is family-centered care?
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What are the roles of a pediatric nurse?
What are the roles of a pediatric nurse?
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Where do pediatric nurses work?
Where do pediatric nurses work?
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What are some essential qualities for a pediatric nurse?
What are some essential qualities for a pediatric nurse?
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Study Notes
Pediatric Nursing Overview
- Pediatric Nursing Definition: The science and art of providing nursing care to children from birth to adolescence, focusing on physical, mental, social, and emotional growth.
- Goal: To improve the quality of healthcare for children.
- Pediatrics: The branch of medicine focusing on the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends care until age 21.
Health Indicators
- Mortality: Death.
- Morbidity: Illness.
- Data Usage: Mortality and morbidity data reveal causes of death and illness, high-risk age groups for health issues, progress in treatment and prevention, and important areas for health counseling.
- Infant Mortality Rate (IMR): Number of deaths during the first year of life per 1,000 live births.
- IMR Formula: (Number of infant deaths in the first year of life / Total number of live births) x 1000
Mortality Details
- Infant Mortality Rate (IMR): Number of deaths during the first year of life per 1000 live births.
- Factors Affecting IMR: Various factors influence IMR.
- Leading Causes of Infant Mortality (Developed Countries): Specific details on leading causes not provided.
- Causes of Death Among Children Under 5 (%): Specific percentages for causes of death not provided.
Morbidity Details
- Infant Morbidity Rate: Number of illnesses among infants during a specified time.
- New Morbidity: Details on new types of pediatric social illnesses are not provided.
- High-Risk Children: Specific details on high-risk children are not included.
Pediatric Nurse Roles and Purposes
- Nurse Roles: Pediatric nurse roles are not detailed.
- Purposes: The specific purposes of pediatric nursing are not outlined.
Settings and Qualities
- Settings: The settings in which pediatric nurses work are not listed.
- Essential Qualities: The necessary qualities for a good pediatric nurse are not identified.
Concepts in Pediatric Nursing
- Family-Centered Care: A detailed approach to care that considers the child and family. Specific elements aren't enumerated.
- United Nations Declaration of the Rights of the Child: Information about this declaration is not included.
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