Course Code: REL-PAC-0-HCPI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025
Learning Objectives:
Describe the short- and long-term health effects of preterm birth.
Explain disease-directed treatments and symptom management of prematurity.
Identify common nursing interventions that address premature infants and their families' or caregivers' needs.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: The Long-Term Health Effects of Preterm Birth
Preterm Birth
The Premature Infant’s Unique Challenges
Short-Term Complications
Long-Term Complications
Review
Summary
Section 3: Disease-Directed Treatments and Symptom Management
Medical Needs After Discharge
Respiratory Conditions
Cardiac Conditions
Neurological Conditions
Other Conditions
Review
Summary
Section 4: Nursing Interventions
The Transition from Hospital to Home
Transitional Care Model
The Patient-Centered Medical Home
PCMH and TCM
Key Elements
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
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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; 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.