Course Code: REL-PAC-0-PCATC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Discuss indications for tracheostomy in the pediatric population, patient characteristics, tracheostomy tube types, and care management.
Explain the physiological consequences and complications of pediatric tracheostomies.
Identify appropriate nursing interventions and quality improvement strategies for pediatric tracheostomy care in post-acute care settings.
Outline:
Section 1: Pediatric Tracheostomies
Overview
Pediatric Tracheostomies
Care Management of the Pediatric Tracheostomy
Performing Routine Care
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Pediatric Complications and Best Practices
Consequences and Complications
Nursing Interventions and Best Practices
Tracheostomy Suctioning
Preventing Infection
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 18 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; Respiratory Therapists; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.