Title: Care of the Child with a Metabolic Condition, Communicable Disease, and an Emotional or Behavioral Condition
Course: PRN 0096 Practical Nursing III > Section: Nursing Care of Pediatric Client

Introduction

This module focuses on the care of the child with a metabolic condition, communicable disease, and an emotional or behavioral condition.  Topics included are rubeola, rubella, mumps, varicella, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), autism, mental retardation, child abuse, substance abuse, accidental poisoning, and suicide. Recommended immunizations are included in this module.

Objectives

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

Identify signs and symptoms of metabolic condition, communicable disease, and an emotional or behavioral condition in the pediatric patient.
Identify diagnostic tests used in the treatment of pediatric metabolic conditions, communicable diseases, and emotional or behavioral conditions.
Identify medications used in the treatment of pediatric metabolic conditions, communicable diseases, and an emotional or behavioral conditions.
Discuss nursing interventions for the care of pediatric patients with metabolic conditions, communicable diseases, and  emotional or behavioral conditions.

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.
41.07 Provide diversion and recreational activities.

Readings & Resources

Leifer, Gloria. Introduction to Maternity & Pediatric Nursing, 6th Edition. Elsevier Health Sciences, 2011.  Chapters 31-33.

Additional Resources

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