Emergency Pediatric Care Course Manual (Paperback + eBook)

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 190 pages
Publication date: 10 June 2022
Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc

Each year, approximately 1.6 million pediatric patients in the United States are transported by ambulance to an emergency department, and millions more receive care worldwide. Given the nature of pediatric prehospital patient care as low-frequency, high-acuity care, it is essential for practitioners to continually refresh and update their clinical knowledge, practice psychomotor skills, and apply critical thinking to potential patient presentations. This ensures that they are well-prepared to respond effectively when a pediatric call is received.

Emergency Pediatric Care, Fourth Edition, represents the next phase in the evolution of this critical continuing education course. This comprehensive course manual serves as an invaluable resource for practitioners, enabling them to provide the best care for their young patients even after the course concludes.

A Family-Centered Approach to Pediatric Care

The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMTs) Emergency Pediatric Care (EPC) program plays a vital role in serving pediatric patients globally. By educating prehospital care practitioners of all levels, the EPC program promotes excellence in pediatric patient management across the board. The primary objective of the EPC course goes beyond ensuring that EMS practitioners can provide better care for ill and injured children. It recognizes that almost every pediatric call revolves around the needs of the child, as well as the child's caregivers.

This course manual offers comprehensive coverage of various topics, including:

Pediatric Development and Assessment: Understanding the unique growth and development stages of children, as well as the appropriate assessment techniques to evaluate their health and well-being.

Pediatric Respiratory Emergencies: Addressing respiratory emergencies that may occur in pediatric patients, such as asthma attacks, bronchiolitis, and respiratory distress.

Pediatric Trauma Care: Providing timely and effective care for pediatric trauma patients, including managing injuries, bleeding, and shock.

Shock and Circulation: Understanding the pathophysiology of shock and circulation disorders in children, and implementing appropriate interventions to stabilize and support these patients.

Common Pediatric Medical Emergencies: Recognizing and managing common pediatric medical emergencies such as fever, dehydration, seizures, and allergic reactions.

Cardiac Events: Recognizing and managing cardiac emergencies in children, including congenital heart defects, arrhythmias, and heart failure.

Common Toxicological Emergencies: Recognizing and managing toxicological emergencies in children, including drug overdoses, poisoning, and environmental exposures.

Maltreatment: Recognizing and addressing cases of child maltreatment, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.

Obstetric and Newborn Care: Providing care to pregnant women and newborns, including prenatal care, labor and delivery, and postpartum care.

Children with Special Healthcare Needs: Understanding the unique healthcare needs of children with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and genetic disorders, and implementing appropriate interventions to support their well-being.

Behavioral Health: Recognizing and addressing behavioral health issues that may arise in pediatric patients, including anxiety, depression, and trauma-related disorders.

By investing in the Emergency Pediatric Care, Fourth Edition course manual, practitioners can enhance their knowledge, skills, and critical thinking abilities, ensuring they are well-equipped to provide the highest quality care to pediatric patients. This resource serves as a valuable tool for practitioners to consult beyond the course, allowing them to stay current with the latest advancements in pediatric emergency care and deliver the best possible outcomes for their young patients.

Weight: 539g
ISBN-13: 9781284245912
Edition number: 4 ed