Title: Care of the Child with Disorders/Diseases of the Neurological, Sensory, and Musculoskeletal Systems
Course: PRN 0096 Practical Nursing III > Section: Nursing Care of Pediatric Client

Introduction

This module focuses on the care of the child with disorders/diseases of the neurological and musculoskeletal systems. Cerebral palsy, neural tube defects, hydrocephalus, seizures, meningitis, encephalitis, Reye syndrome, head injury, skull fracture, concussion, subdural hematoma, epidural hematoma, included otitis media, hearing impairment, conjunctivitis, strabismus, clubfoot, congenital hip dysplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta, scoliosis, muscular dystrophy, osteomyelitis, and fractures.  Diagnostic testing will also be included.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:

Identify signs and symptoms of pediatric disease/disorders of the Neurological, Sensory, and Musculoskeletal Systems.
Identify diagnostic tests used in the treatment of pediatric disease/disorders of the Neurological, Sensory, and Musculoskeletal Systems.
Identify medications used in the treatment of pediatric diseases/disorders of the Neurological, Sensory, and Musculoskeletal Systems.
Discuss nursing interventions for the care of patients with pediatric diseases/disorders of the Neurological, Sensory, and Musculoskeletal Systems.

Standards

This Module maps to the following Standards:

41.0   Provide care for pediatric patients, utilizing nursing principles.
41.01 Adapt nursing care for the pediatric patient.
41.02 Apply safety principles for the pediatric patient.
41.03 Describe general characteristics, particular needs, and problems of pediatric patients.
41.04 Prepare patient and family for the hospital experience.
41.05 Identify signs and symptoms of common disorders/diseases.
41.06 Implement prescribed nutritional requirement.

Readings & Resources

Leifer, Gloria. Introduction to Maternity & Pediatric Nursing, 6th Edition. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2011.  Chapters 23 & 24

Additional Resources

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