Pediatrical, Adolescent and Family Nursing
| Rakennetyyppi: | Opintojakso |
|---|---|
| Koodi: | SN00BX11 |
| OPS: | SH SNU2026 |
| Taso: | Sairaanhoitaja (AMK) |
| Opiskeluvuosi: | 2 (2027-2028) |
| Lukukausi: | Kevät |
| Laajuus: | 4 op |
| Vastuuopettaja: | Björninen, Karina |
| Opetuskieli: | Englanti |
Osaamistavoitteet
Identify changes related to children's and adolescents' health and illnesses and understand their impact on family well-being.
Understand the specific characteristics of pediatric and adolescent diseases.
Apply principles of pediatric and adolescent nursing and recognize the importance of family-centered guidance and counseling.
Master common diagnostic and nursing procedures in pediatric and adolescent care.
Understand the specific aspects of pediatric and adolescent pharmacotherapy and medication calculations.
Know the most common pediatric and adolescent diseases and their underlying causes.
Utilize up-to-date, evidence-based information in pediatric and adolescent nursing.
Under supervision, assess care needs and plan, implement, and evaluate pediatric nursing using evidence-based knowledge.
Opiskelijan työmäärä
Total workload: 135 hours, including:
Guided contact teaching: workshops.
Online studies: (Pediatrics)
Edeltävät opinnot / Suositellut valinnaiset opinnot
First and second-year nursing theory courses.
Course must be completed before clinical practice in pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric nursing.
Sisältö
Knowledge base and methods of pediatric and adolescent nursing.
Principles of pediatric and adolescent nursing.
Rights concerning children and adolescents.
Growth and development of children and adolescents.
Supporting parenthood and family-centered approach.
Common pediatric diseases.
Impact of illness on children and family.
Interaction, guidance, and play in various nursing situations.
Care for sick children, adolescents, and family.
Basics of care for children with special needs.
Common examinations and procedures for sick children and related guidance.
Basics of pediatric medication and fluid therapy.
Pain management principles for children of different ages.
Recognition and intervention in child abuse.
Guided pediatric nursing workshops: 13h.
Opiskelumateriaali
As indicated by the teacher. Lectures and research related to the topic.
Opetusmuoto / Opetusmenetelmät
Lectures, guided exercises, simulations, and online-supported teaching including pediatrics (medical lectures).
Arviointikriteerit
Level 1 (Satisfactory)
Recognize evidence-based knowledge and specific features of pediatric nursing and care processes.
Identify main aspects of growth, development, and care for children of different ages and family support methods.
Perform medication calculations accurately and know the basics of pediatric medication and fluid therapy.
Understand changes in a child’s condition in common illnesses and their impact on family life.
Recognize the importance of guidance and play in pediatric nursing.
Recognize the significance of ethical principles in child and family care.
Identify own communication skills in pediatric nursing and learning environment.
Level 3 (Good)
Know specific features of pediatric nursing and apply evidence-based knowledge to the care process.
Assess growth, development, and care needs of children and family support needs.
Perform medication calculations accurately and master the basics of pediatric medication and fluid therapy.
Recognize changes in a child’s condition and describe monitoring and intervention methods with justification.
Understand the impact of illness on family life.
Apply ethical principles in child and family care.
Understand the importance of guidance and provide guidance in pediatric nursing.
Understand the significance of play and apply it in care.
Act responsibly and constructively in collaboration and develop communication skills in pediatric nursing and learning environments.
Level 5 (Excellent)
Utilize comprehensive knowledge based on pediatric nursing and diseases.
Analyze evidence-based knowledge and apply care processes individually and family-centered.
Understand changes in a child’s condition and justify various nursing interventions.
Perform medication calculations accurately and master pediatric medication and fluid therapy.
Apply ethical principles creatively in pediatric nursing.
Provide client-centered guidance in pediatric nursing.
Understand the significance of play and apply knowledge in practice.
Act responsibly and constructively in collaboration and develop own and group communication skills in pediatric nursing and learning environments.
Arviointimenetelmät
Exams and numerical grading (0–5).
The exam includes sections on pediatric nursing, medication calculations, and pediatrics.
Mandatory 100% attendance in workshops.
Student feedback via Spark is encouraged.