Spring 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: VNSG-1234- Section: 1
Pediatrics 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Melissa Smith
E-mailsmithm@lamarpa.edu
Phone(409) 984-6339
Office
Location:Allied Health - Room: 107 IV
Hours:As posted and by appointment
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description Study of the care of the pediatric patient and family during health and disease. Emphasis on growth and developmental needs utilizing the nursing process.
Prerequisites VNSG 1400 Nursing in Health and Illness I
VNSG 1227 Essentials of Medication Administration
VNSG 1231 Pharmacology
VNSG 1204 Foundations of Nursing
Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Vocational Nursing Program graduates will, under the supervision of a professional licensed nurse and/or licensed physician, function in non-complex settings and should be able to:
PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills � Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials
PSLO 1. Function within the scope of practice for a vocational nurse.
PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe, direct patient care with individuals who have predictable health care needs.
PSLO 3. Exhibits professional nursing behaviors.
PSLO 4. Cooperate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care.
Core Objectives Reading: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials.
Writing: Produces clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience.
Speaking: Communicates orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience.
Listening: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken language.
Critical Thinking 1: Applies qualitative and/or quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter.
Critical Thinking 2: Demonstrates the ability to evaluate arguments and construct alternative strategies.
Computer Literacy 1: Uses computer-based technology to communicate, solve problems, and acquire information.
Computer Literacy 2: Demonstrates an understanding of the limits, problems, and possibilities associated with the use of technology.
Intercultural Competence 1: Demonstrates awareness of similarities and differences between cultural groups.
Intercultural Competence 2: Demonstrates the ability to recognize global interconnectedness.
Intercultural Competence 3: Demonstrates a general knowledge of cultural evolution.
Program Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Vocational Nursing Program graduates will, under the supervision of a professional licensed nurse and/or licensed physician, function in non-complex settings and should be able to:
PSLO Alpha: Reading Skills � Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading materials
PSLO 1. Function within the scope of practice for a vocational nurse.
PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe, direct patient care with individuals who have predictable health care needs.
PSLO 3. Exhibits professional nursing behaviors.
PSLO 4. Cooperate with members of the interdisciplinary health care team to provide evidence-based care.
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Williams, Linda, Hopper, Paula, (2019) Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (6th ed.).Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN # 9780803668980
Hopper, Paula, Williams, Linda, (2019) Study Guide for Understanding Medical-Surgical Nursing (6th ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #978080366900
Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2019). Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis
ISBN # 9780803669062
Burton, M., Smith, D. Ludwig, L. (2019). Study Guide for Fundamentals of Nursing Care, Concepts, Connections and Skills for Nursing (3rd ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9780803669079
Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2017). Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN #9780803624948
Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2017). Study Guide for Safe Maternity and
Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis
ISBN #9780803624955
Doenges, Marilyn E., Moorhouse, Mary Frances, Murr, Alice C., (2019).Nurse�s
Pocket Guide-Diagnoses, Prioritized Interventions, and Rationales (15th
ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis ISBN #9780803676442
Van Leeuwen, Anne M., Bladh, Mickey Lynn, (2019). Comprehensive Manual of
Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests (8thed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis
Vallerand, April Hazard, Sanoski, Cynthia A., (2019). Davis�s Drug Guide for Nurses
(16thed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis
Cuellar, Tina, (2018) HESI Comprehensive review for the NCLEX-PN Exam
(5th ed.). St. Louis, Mo.: Elsevier
Davis Edge
Online HESI Case Studies: Complete PN Collection (2 Year Version)
Swiftriver/ATI Online-Purchase information to follow
NCLEX� PN Pass Point: Please note: No other NCLEX� PN Review will be accepted. You must use the NCLEX� PN Pass Point access code provided to you for this class.
Pass Point access code for this VNSG 1234 Class: ���� 72E59C5
Please Note! Any Computer program must be accessed using your Lamar email unless otherwise instructed
Lecture Topics
Outline		 Week 1: Syllabus; Intro Pedi, infant, toddler, pre-k
Week 2: School Age, Adolescent
Week 3: Gastrointestinal
Week 4: Exam I; Skin
Week 5: Communicable Diseases, Respiratory
Week 6: Exam II
Week 7: Musculoskeletal Disorders -
Week 8: Spring Break
Week 9: Oncolological/Hematological
Week 10: Genitourinary
Week 11: Exam III, Hosp Child/Acutely Ill Child
Week 12: Sensory/Neuro Conditions; Review Exam III
Week 13: Metabolic
Week 14: CV
Week 15: Exam IV; Exam IV Review; HESI Exam
Week 16: Final Exam
Major Assignments
Schedule		 02/08/22 Exam I 0800
02/22/22 Exam II 0800
04/05/22 Exam III 0800
05/04/22 Exam IV 1200
05/06/22 HESI 1200
05/11/22 Final Exam 1200
Final Exam Date May 11, 2022 - 12:0 PM   Through  May 11, 2022 - 3:0 PM
Grading Scale 90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 60 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 1. Examinations are based on course objectives.
2. Course content from the prerequisite courses will be included on exams as appropriate.
3. The Comprehensive Final Exam must be taken.
4. Students are strongly encouraged to take exams as scheduled. No questions may be asked during the exam. No hat or hoodies may be worn during exams.
5. Students who arrive after the exam starts, but before it ends may take the exam without penalty, however, they will not be allowed additional time. If a student must miss an exam, s/he must contact the instructor prior to the exam or within twenty-four (24) hours of the exam. A �no-call/no-show� for an exam will result in a grade of �0�.
6. No make-up unit exams will be administered. The numerical grade attained on the comprehensive Final exam will be substituted for any missed unit exam(s)
7. Test grades will not be available for a minimum of 24* post-test.
8. If a student scores less than a 75 on a unit examination, the student is required to make an appointment with an instructor prior to the day before the next exam. At that time the student will review the examination and, with the assistance of the instructor, identify strategies to improve performance on subsequent examinations. Failure to complete a formal test review with an instructor prior to the next exam may result in five points off of the next exam.
9. Evaluation of Examinations: After each exam, the faculty uses psychometric principles to evaluate the examination. Items missed by 50% or more of the class are reviewed. If an item is found to be flawed, the faculty may give credit for more than one answer or nullify the item. That is, if a student answered the item as originally keyed, the student will retain the credit for the item. If a student�s answer differs from the one originally keyed, the student is credited for the nullified item. In other words, everyone gets credit for the item and no one loses credit.
10. Any challenge to exam questions must be presented in writing within 48 hours of review of the exam. Disputed test items must be submitted by student along with proposed answer supported by documentation from the current textbook and handouts.
11. The Final exam grade will be weighted 30% of final grade.
12. Any assignment or exam submitted without a student�s name will not receive credit.
13. The following method will be used to determine each student�s grade in the course:
Exam I - 13.75%
Exam II - 13.75%
Exam III - 13.75%
Exam IV - 13.75%
Pedi Hesi - 10%
Assignments 5%
Final - 30%
TOTAL = 100%
14. An average of 75% or greater is necessary to pass the course.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
Attendance Policy Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Policies for this course are described below:
1. Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes is expected.
2. A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) days without notification to faculty may be dropped from the program by the Program Director.
3. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the scheduled starting time of class (3 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of action determined which could include 5 points taken off the next exam. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter.
4. It is the student�s responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence or delay from scheduled activities PRIOR TO scheduled class sessions. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call Mrs. Wolfe at 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail.
5. It is the student�s responsibility to submit a completed �student excuse form� upon return to class following an absence, tardy, or leaving class early. Failure to do so will result in a declaration of �no call, no show� and may result in the student being dismissed from the program.
6. Students who arrive after an exam starts, but before it ends may take the exam without penalty. They are given no additional time.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other UNIT TOPICS AND OBJECTIVES

1. Topic: Dosage calculation for pediatric medication administration
Objective: Upon completion of the learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Accurately interpret medication labels.
b) Accurately calculate dosages based on weight.
c) Identify measures to safely administer medications to pediatric patients.
d) Identify special precautions when administering oral, parenteral and intravenous therapy to pediatric patients
Differentiated Essential Competencies (DEC): I-A, B; II- A, B, D ,E, F, G, H; III-A, B, D, F; IV-B,D, E

2. Topic: Growth and Development & Nutrition in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups from infancy through adolescence.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Discuss the vocational nurses� role in various settings where care of pediatric patients is provided.
b) Illustrate the process of cognitive development in pediatric patients.
c) Compare physiological and functional changes that occur with normal growth and development
d) Use the nursing process to provide care to pediatric patients in a variety of health care settings.
e) Illustrate major biophysical changes occurring in pediatric patients.
f) Describe techniques utilized in the physical assessment of pediatric patients
g) Explain the use of the Denver Developmental Screening Test in assessing development.
h) Discuss social and environmental influences on the pediatric patient
i) Distinguish the effect of family dynamics upon the stages of growth and development.
j) Identify socio-environmental factors that may inhibit the pediatric patient from meeting needs and realizing potentials
k) Explain how the interplay of biologic factors, environmental forces, and self-concept predisposes a child to healthy or altered behavior.
l) Discuss psychological responses of family members to the illness of a child in the family.
m) Identify nursing considerations for the child and family in the community.
n) Determine common stressors affecting pediatric patients in various health care settings.
o) Identify community and social resources available to assist in providing continuing care for pediatric patients and their families
p) Relate the principles of growth and development to major theorists and give examples of each.
q) Use multiple theories of growth and development when providing nursing care to pediatric patients
r) Relate a pediatric patient�s perception of health and illness to the patient�s psychosocial and developmental levels.
s) Explain communication strategies appropriate for pediatric patients of all ages and stages of development.
t) Describe the factors which affect a pediatric patient�s response to hospitalization and treatment.
u) Discriminate major concepts of successful socialization.
v) Discuss major nutritional concepts pertaining to growth and development of the pediatric patient.
w) Explain nutritional assessment and eating disorders in infants, children and adolescents
x) Determine the types of therapeutic play and recreation employed with pediatric patients.
y) Identify health needs, concerns, & risk factors for individuals in each stage of development.
z) Discuss health promotion for the infant, young child, older child and adolescent.
aa) Identify legal and ethical standards related to assessment of pediatric patients.
bb) Use a systematic and developmentally appropriate approach for examining pediatric patients of all ages.
cc) Describe normal physical examination findings of pediatric patients.
dd) Document findings utilizing appropriate terminology.
ee) Discuss pain assessment and management of the pediatric patient.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A,B,C ,D, E,G, H; III-A,B,C,D,E,F; IV-A, B,C D, E

3. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems due to Skin Conditions.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) The anatomy and physiology of the integumentary systems of children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of integumentary disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of integumentary disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have integumentary disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of integumentary disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing an integumentary disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of the integumentary system.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B,C, D, G, H; III-B, C, D, F; IV-A, B,C ,D, E

4. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Respiratory System.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the respiratory systems of adults and
children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of respiratory disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of respiratory
disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to
pediatric patients who have respiratory disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of respiratory disease on pediatric patients and
their families.
f) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of
common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of respiratory disorders.
g) Relate the psychosocial impact of nose and throat disorders on pediatric patients.
h) Identify goals for prevention and treatment of nose and throat disorders in pediatric patients.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, F, G, H; II-B, E, F, G, H; III-B, D; IV-A,B, C, D

5. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have Communicable Diseases and Immune Disorders.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Describe the process of infection and modes of transmission in the pediatric patient.
b) Recognize common infectious and communicable diseases in the pediatric patient.
c) Outline the incidence and etiology of communicable diseases and immune disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of communicable diseases and immune disorders in pediatric patients.
e) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have communicable diseases and immune disorders.
f) Relate the psychosocial impact of communicable diseases and immune disorders on pediatric patients and their families.
g) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing communicable diseases and immune disorders.
h) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of communicable diseases and immune disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B,C, D, G, H; III-B, C, D, F; IV-A, B,C ,D, E



6. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Musculoskeletal system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the musculoskeletal systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of musculoskeletal disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of musculoskeletal disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have musculoskeletal disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of musculoskeletal disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing a musculoskeletal disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

7. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Blood & Lymphatic system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the blood & lymphatic systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of blood & lymphatic in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of blood & lymphatic in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have blood & lymphatic disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of blood & lymphatic disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing a blood & lymphatic disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of blood & lymphatic disorders.
h) Outline the incidence and etiology of disorders of white blood cells in pediatric patients
i) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of disorders of white blood cells in pediatric patients.
j) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have disorders of white blood cells.
k) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have life-threatening conditions.
l) Relate the psychosocial impact of life-threatening conditions on pediatric patients
m) Assist in identifying goals for providing care to pediatric patients who are dying.
n) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of life-threatening illness.
o) Relate the psychosocial impact of life threatening conditions on pediatric patients and their families
p) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients.
q) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in pediatric patients.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

8. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Gastrointestinal system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of gastrointestinal disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of gastrointestinal disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have gastrointestinal disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of gastrointestinal disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing a gastrointestinal disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

9. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Genitourinary system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the genitourinary systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of genitourinary disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of genitourinary disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have genitourinary disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of genitourinary disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing a genitourinary disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of genitourinary disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A,B,C,D, E, F,G, H; III-B, C, D,E,F; IV-A, B, C,D, E

10. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have Emotional and Behavioral Conditions.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Outline the incidence and etiology of emotional and behavioral conditions in pediatric patients.
b) Summarize the clinical manifestations of emotional and behavioral conditions in pediatric patients.
c) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have emotional and behavioral conditions.
d) Relate the psychosocial impact of emotional and behavioral conditions on pediatric and their families.
e) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing emotional and behavioral conditions.
f) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of emotional and behavioral conditions.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

11. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have Metabolic Conditions.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of endocrine disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of endocrine disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have endocrine disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of endocrine disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing an endocrine disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of endocrine disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

12. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Sensory/Neurological system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the eyes, ears of adults and children.
b) Assess abnormalities in vision and hearing in pediatric patients.
c) Outline the incidence and etiology of eye, ear disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Relate the psychosocial impact of eye, ear disorders on pediatric patients.
e) Identify goals for prevention and treatment of eye, ear disorders in pediatric patients.
f) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the sensory/neurological systems of adults and children.
g) Outline the incidence and etiology of sensory/neurological disorders in pediatric patients.
h) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of sensory/neurological disorders in pediatric patients.
i) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have sensory/neurological disorders.
j) Relate the psychosocial impact of sensory/neurological disease on pediatric patients and their families
k) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing sensory/ neurological disorders.
l) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment sensory/neurological disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E

13. Topic: Strategies used by the Vocational Nurse in caring for pediatric patients of various cultural
and ethnic groups who have health problems of the Cardiovascular system.
Objectives: Upon completion of this learning experience, the student should be able to:
a) Compare the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular systems of adults and children.
b) Outline the incidence and etiology of cardiovascular disorders in pediatric patients.
c) Summarize the pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of cardiovascular disorders in pediatric patients.
d) Differentiate the medical and nursing management used to provide safe care to pediatric patients who have cardiovascular disorders.
e) Relate the psychosocial impact of cardiovascular disease on pediatric patients and their families.
f) Assist in identifying goals for discharge planning/rehabilitation of pediatric patients experiencing a cardiovascular disorder.
g) Categorize the classification, action, side-effects, and nursing responsibilities of common pharmacological agents used in the treatment of cardiovascular disorders.
DEC: I-A, B; II-A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H; III-B, C, D; IV-A, B, C, D, E



Updated: 01/11/22
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
E-mail:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.