House Bill 2504 Summer Sessions 2022 VNSG-1234-1


Summer Sessions 2022 Course Syllabus Course: VNSG-1234- Section: 1 Pediatrics

Instructor Information

Instructor

Deborah Lawson

E-mail

lawsondg@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6360

Office

Location:	Allied Health - Room: 128
Hours:	Office Hours: As posted and by appointment Building: Allied Health Room #: Reyes AH111, Lawson - AH128, Smith- AH107, Perry-AH107C

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
VNSG 1261 Clinical

Learning Outcomes

In accordance with the mission of Lamar State College-Port Arthur, this course assists students to develop the particular skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed for success as a vocational nurse. VNSG 1234 Pediatrics provides educational experiences that offer opportunities for students to:
1.    Identify safety principles related to child care. (PSLO 1; PSLO 3) Measured by: exams and discussions based on readings; clinical simulations; observed clinical rotations; case studies
2.    Identify common childhood illnesses. Measured by: discussions and exams based on assigned readings, current literature and internet news
3.    Utilize the nursing process to provide safe care for the well or ill child. PSLO 2; PSLO 3; PSLO 4) Measured by: case studies and care plans; discussions based on reading assignments; simulations and clinical rotations
4.    Apply concepts of growth and development when providing care to pediatric patients. (PSLO 3) Measured by: clinical rotation interactions based on assigned readings, class discussions, simulations and case studies
5.    Discuss nursing care of pediatric patients and their families in various settings. (PSLO 1; PSLO 2; PSLO 3) Measured by: discussions based on readings; case studies and care plan exercises; clinical interactions
6.    Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of the vocational nurse in administering medications to pediatric patients. (PSLO 1; PSLO 4) Measured by: discussions and exams based on assigned readings and nurse practice act; skills check-offs and simulations; observed clinical interactions and experiences

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 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.

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, (2021). Safe Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Care
(2nd ed.). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN # 978-0-8036-9734-8
Linnard-Palmer, Luanne. Coats, Gloria, (2021). Study Guide for Safe Maternity and
Pediatric Nursing Care (2nd ed.) Philadelphia: F. A. Davis ISBN # 978-0-8036-9736-2
Doenges, Marilyn E., Moorhouse, Mary Frances, Murr, Alice C., (2019). Nurses 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). Daviss Drug Guide for Nurses (16th
ed.). Philadelphia: F.A. Davis
Cuellar, Tina, (2018) HESI Comprehensive review for the NCLEX-PN Exam (5th ed.). St.
Louis, Mo.: Elsevier
Online HESI Case Studies: Complete PN Collection (1 Year Version) 10373_jgott12_1001
Swiftriver/ATI Online-Purchase VNSG 1234 class: 37206-DA19-E5AF
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: B823DABD

Davis Edge: VNSG 2134 SUMMER 2022:E62EE3BA4A
Please Note! Any Computer program must be accessed using your Lamar email unless otherwise instructed. It is the students responsibility to ensure they are enrolled in the proper courses for PassPoint, Davis Edge, Evolve HESI, and SwiftRiver. Instructors will not allow submissions to be turned in from a previous course.

Lecture Topics
Outline

Week 1: Syllabus/Objectives, Infant,CV

Week 2: Toddler,Musculoskeletal

Week 3: Pedi skin, Respiratory

Week 4: Passpoint Assignment #1 Infant and Toddler- Mastery of 6- Due 08/01/22 by 11:30 PM. Exam I ,Preschool, GI

Week 5: Oncology/Hematology,Metabolic

Week 6: Passpoint Assignment #2 Preschool- Mastery of 6- Due: 07/11/22 by 11:30 PM , Exam II , School age ,Communicable disease.

Week 7:Neuro/Sensory,GU

Week 8: Adolescent, Mental Health and Abused Child.

Week 9:Passpoint Assignment #3 School aged and Adolescent- Mastery of 6- Due : 08/01/22 by 11:30 PM, Exam III

Week 10: Pedi Hesi, Final
*Hospitalized child and acutely ill child will be covered in each lecture.

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

August 11, 2022 - 8:0 AM Through August 11, 2022 - 11:0 AM

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 pre-requisite courses will be included on exams as appropriate.

3.    ALL unit exams MUST be taken. Make-up exams will NOT be administered under any circumstances other than a College sponsored event or with permission of the Allied Health Department Chair. Students scheduled to miss an exam due to participation in a College sponsored event shall provide appropriate documentation to faculty in advance of the exam and are eligible to complete the missed exam. 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. Students who miss an exam for any unvalidated reason shall receive a zero on the exam. Students may submit an appeal to this policy by presenting rationale to the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program no later than two (2) business days following the exam. The student is responsible for seeking the exception from the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program. Students who miss an exam due to an excused reason will be provided an exception to the policy and the student will be assigned the grade made on the final exam as the grade for the missed exam. If two exams are missed, the student will be given a zero for the second (2nd) missed exam. An alternative plan may be proposed at the discretion of the Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program and/or Chair of the Allied Health Department. The Director or Coordinator of appropriate nursing program will document all exceptions in the students file and notify the course leader if an exception is granted.

4.    No exams will be given in advance of the scheduled date and time without approval of the Nursing Program Coordinator or Director.

5.    Tests will be administered electronically. Students will be provided with-
a. Exam Access Code sheet that also serves as a scratch sheet
b. Exceptions for electronic testing include paper dosage tests.

6.    Exams will be timed based on question format and course policy. The exam time frame will be provided on the Exam Access Code sheet. Students will only receive credit for answers provided during the allotted time.

7.    Computer Lab:
a. Students will arrive 5 minutes prior at designated location to sign-in for the exam
b. Students arriving 15 minutes late or more will be sent to student success center without additional time for proctored exam
c. Allied Health staff member will call student success center to inform them of the student arrival for proctored exam
d. All students must wear student ID to access the testing computer lab
e. Students will not test without Valid LSCPA Id.
f. All belongings (e. g., backpacks, cell phones, electronic devices) will remain in an area outside of the computer lab for the duration of the exam. Students are encouraged to lock valuables in their vehicles during examinations. The Lamar State College Port Arthur Allied Health Department is not responsible for lost or stolen items left in classrooms or hallways. Students are strongly encouraged to take exams as scheduled. No questions may be asked during the exam. Students who arrive late for an exam will not be given additional testing time. Students are prohibited from writing any notes on their scratch sheet of paper until the exam begins.
8.     Exam Dress Code:
a. Students will be subject to visual inspection by the exam proctor upon arrival to the registration and/or exam room. This includes but is not limited to inspection of the ears, hands/arms, clothing, pockets, etc.
b. No head coverings of any kind are allowed, including hats, caps, beanies, or hoods. Exceptions are made for religious / cultural purposes.
c. No cardigans, coats, jackets, or any other articles of clothing that may open are allowed in the exam room. Pullovers without pockets are acceptable.
d. Scarves and gloves are not allowed in the exam room.

9.    During the exam:
a. Drinking and eating are not permitted. Hard candies such as peppermints or cough drops are allowed but must be unwrapped prior to the start of the exam.
b. Electronic devices (including but not limited to phones, smartwatches, and earbuds) are prohibited during examinations. With the exception of approved earbuds for standardized testing.
c. If the exam is interrupted due to technical difficulties additional time will be allotted to the exam.

10.    Students are responsible for uploading their exam to the ExamSoft System prior to exiting the examination room. Student will notify proctor of exam completion and exam upload completion. Proctor will view screen to confirm successful completion of exam upload before student leaves testing room. If a student does not upload their exam, he/she will be required to return to the examination room for a manual upload.

11.    A preliminary score will be displayed upon uploading the exam to ExamSoft. After uploading their exam, students are to sign out of the testing software. Upon completion of the exam students will submit the Exam Access Code Sheet (scratch sheet of paper) to the exam proctor. Students who chose to review missed items will return to the registration room and wait for Exam Review with Rationale to begin at the designated time.

NOTE: DO NOT wait outside of the exam room if any testing is occurring in the computer labs

Violation of the testing policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including possible dismissal from the nursing program.
Appropriate adjustments are made for students who meet the criteria of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

12.    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 students 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.

13.    Exam Review with Rationales is conducted after each exam to allow students to view incorrect responses and rationales for the exam item. With the exception of final exams. This session is time limited. Students will be allotted a specific number of minutes, based upon the length of the exam (for example, students will have 8 minutes to review missed items on a 50-item exam). Students are not required to attend Exam Review with Rationales. If a student chooses not to attend the Exam Review with Rationales session, the student is not eligible for an individual test review session with an assigned instructor.

14.    Students will return to the same exam room and same computer for Exam Review with Rationales. Exam Review with Rationales must be conducted on the same computer as the exam. The same policies listed for testing apply to the Exam Review with Rationale Session. The following rules also apply:
a. All belongings must remain in the classroom or the students vehicle.
b. Students are not allowed to talk amongst themselves during this session.
c. Students who arrive late for Exam Review with Rationales will not be given
additional review time.
d. Students will log into the Review of Rationales using the following steps:
1. Enter the Exam Password
2. Enter the Review Password

Note: Students only have 3 attempts to enter the correct Review Password. Students are encouraged to request assistance from faculty/proctor after 2 unsuccessful attempts.

15.    During the Exam Review with Rationales session: Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. If students become disruptive, faculty will end the Exam Review with Rationales Session for all students. Upon completion of the Exam Review the students will sign out of the ExamSoft or Examplify application and quietly leave the testing room.
16.    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 next examination. At that time, the student and instructor will review the examination and, with the assistance of the instructor, identify strategies to improve performance on subsequent examinations. If a student, who scores less than 75 on a unit examination, fails to review with and instructor, 5 points maybe deducte from the next unit examination. Students are required to make an appointment prior to the day before the exam.

17. A minimum average of 75%, independent of all other requirements, is necessary to pass this couse. Daily activity grades( discussion boards, classroom/computer assignments, ect.) will not be included in grade calculations until a 75% average on exams is achieved. No grades will be rounded until the final course average: this includes the weighted exam average.

The following method will be used to determine each student grade in the course:
Exam I 16%
Exam II 16%
Exam III 16%
Pedi Hesi 12%
Assignments 5%
Final 35%
Total 100%

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

Attendance Policy

Nursing in Health and Illness VNSG 2410 and the clinical component of this course may consist of online & in class lectures, labs, and assignments. Schedules may be changed at the discretion of the faculty and vocational nursing coordinator. All attendance policies are in effect whether conducted online or in the classroom setting. 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 the faculty may be dropped from the program by the Program Director. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent.
Students who do not attend scheduled live virtual activities will be counted absent.
3. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the
beginning of the class (3 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of
corrective action determined. 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. A student who is
tardy three (3) times in one class will result in a 5-point deduction from the next
exam grade.
4. It is the students responsibility to notify all Level 3 instructor of any absence. If
the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 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. In addition to notifying instructors, students must submit a Student Excuse
Form, upon the first day of return, each time the student is absent, delayed
from attending or must depart early from class, clinical or lab. Failure to
complete the Student Excuse Form will result in a declaration of a No Call, No
Show for the number of days absent and may result in the student being
dismissed from the program.
6. Lab jackets are to be worn at all times while in the skills lab.
7. Simulation/Computer Lab Assignments are mandatory. Failure to attend will
result in a Zero for that assignment.
The Program Director or Department Chair has the right to initiate the administrative withdrawal of any student whose attendance, conduct, scholastic abilities, attitude or lack of aptitude for Vocational Nursing making it inadvisable for that student to continue in the program.

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

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.
Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.
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.

MyLSCPA

Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.

Other

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.
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 patients perception of health and illness to the patients 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 patients 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

1.    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

2.    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

3.    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

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 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

5.    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

6.    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

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 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

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 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 05/13/22

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

Department

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.
Allied Health
Chair:	Shirley MacNeill
E-mail:	macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:	(409) 984-6365