CHALLENGER ENPC 6th Edition Provider Pre Course Online Modules-Pediatric Nursing Process One Page Reference

Pediatric Nursing Process One Page Reference

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The Pediatric Nursing Process (PNP) is a systematic approach to providing care for pediatric patients. The process includes several steps that healthcare professionals should follow to ensure the best outcomes for their patients.<br /><br />The first step in the PNP is preparation and triage. This involves activating the team, assigning roles, preparing the room and any necessary equipment, and considering potential safety threats or the need for decontamination.<br /><br />Next, the healthcare professional should assess the general impression of the patient. This includes using the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT) to categorize the patient as "sick, sicker, or sickest." The healthcare professional should also assess for uncontrolled hemorrhage or unresponsiveness/apnea and determine if reprioritization to C-ABC is necessary.<br /><br />The next step is the primary survey, which follows the "ABCDEFG" mnemonic. This involves assessing alertness and airway, breathing and ventilation, circulation and control of hemorrhage, disability (neurologic status), exposure and environmental control. A full set of vital signs should also be obtained and family presence should be considered. Additional adjuncts may also be necessary, such as labs, monitoring, naso- or orogastric tube, oxygenation, capnography, and pain assessment and management.<br /><br />After the primary survey, the healthcare professional should reevaluate the patient for transfer to a pediatric center or preparation for definitive treatment. The secondary survey involves obtaining a history, performing a head-to-toe exam, inspecting posterior surfaces (if not contraindicated), and anticipating interventions or diagnostics.<br /><br />Throughout the process, the healthcare professional should continue to reevaluate the patient, monitor vital signs, assess the effectiveness of interventions, and manage pain. The final step is to provide definitive care or transport the patient to the appropriate facility for further treatment.<br /><br />The PNP provides a systematic and comprehensive approach to caring for pediatric patients. By following these steps, healthcare professionals can ensure that they provide the highest quality of care and improve patient outcomes.

Keywords

Pediatric Nursing Process

care for pediatric patients

systematic approach

preparation and triage

Pediatric Assessment Triangle

primary survey

ABCDE mnemonic

secondary survey

reevaluate the patient

definitive care