This is an 8 hour course directed to the nurse new to pediatrics or who doesn't normally take care of pediatric patients. This course looks at why kids aren't just small adults!

Objectives:

1. Describe the different characteristics of children in each of the developmental age groups and how that will  apply to your practice with children.
2. Identify the steps in a basic pediatric assessment.
3. Demonstrate calculation of pediatric drug dosages and IV fluids.
4. Demonstrate a basic understanding of pediatric IV therapy.
5. Identify common pediatric problems and interventions.
6. Identify basic pediatric emergency management.
7. Define family centered care.

Contact Cyndi if you would like this course presented at your facility or if you feel there is enough interest for it to be brought to your community.

The cost includes:
8 contact hours
All course handouts
Mock code with Case Studies
Kiddie Jeopardy for review

Cost:  $1000 per day + motel and travel .