Pediatrics Viral Season As we head into viral season, this year we are being hit with flu and RSV at record numbers in pediatrics. 1.What is the most up to date research on the management of RSV? Do we use nebulized treatments for all children? If so, do we use hypertonic saline or albuterol? What […]
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Describe strategies to make the off-label use and dosage of drugs safer for children from infancy to adolescence.
Write a 1-page narrative in APA format that addresses the following: Explain the circumstances under which children should be prescribed drugs for off-label use. Be specific and provide examples. Describe strategies to make the off-label use and dosage of drugs safer for children from infancy to adolescence. Include descriptions and names of off-label drugs that […]
What did you learn from this week’s clinical experience that can beneficial for you as an advanced practice nurse?
Pediatrics Medical Care Discussion 5 Describe your clinical experience for this week. Did you face any challenges, any success? If so, what were they? Describe the assessment of a patient, detailing the signs and symptoms (S&S), assessment, plan of care, and possible differential diagnosis. What did you learn from this week’s clinical experience that can […]
Explain short- and long-term health benefits for breastfed infants such as reduced risk of many diseases and improved neurodevelopmental outcomes.
According to The American Academy of Pediatrics, breastfeeding results in improved infant and maternal outcomes if infants breastfed exclusively for months six months (2012). Studies show significant reduction of risks for the following diseases (American Academy of Peidatrics, 2012): respiratory tract infections and otitis media – by 72% gastrointestinal tract infections- by 64% necrotizing enterocolitis […]
