Post-Diploma Certificate in Principles and Science of Paediatric Nursing (part of Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Paediatrics))-ADPD1
Training Provider: Nanyang Polytechnic
Course Reference: TGS-2024048023
S$6,593
About This Course
The Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Paediatrics) course will offer the following modules:
(1) Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in Paediatric Nursing (60 hours)
(2) Paediatric Health Assessment and Clinical Decision-Making (45 hours)
(3) Care of the Neonate with Cardiorespiratory Disorders (60 hours)
(4) Care of the Neonate with Complex Needs (60 hours)
Total training hrs: 225
What You'll Learn
At the completion of the PDC, learners will be able to:
(1) Explain the disease process of common health conditions in the newborn, paediatric and adolescent clients in relation to general and systemic pathophysiological concepts;
(2) Explain pharmacological management in the newborn, paediatric and adolescent clients with reference to key concepts of pharmacology and disease management guidelines;
(3) Perform physical assessment for appropriate clinical decisions and interventions using a systematic, comprehensive and focused approach; and common and complex orthopaedic conditions related to upper, lower limbs and spine using a systematic, comprehensive and client-focused approach;
(4) Develop specific care plans for the newborn, neonatal, paediatric and adolescent with reference to the clinical treatment guidelines.
(1) Explain the disease process of common health conditions in the newborn, paediatric and adolescent clients in relation to general and systemic pathophysiological concepts;
(2) Explain pharmacological management in the newborn, paediatric and adolescent clients with reference to key concepts of pharmacology and disease management guidelines;
(3) Perform physical assessment for appropriate clinical decisions and interventions using a systematic, comprehensive and focused approach; and common and complex orthopaedic conditions related to upper, lower limbs and spine using a systematic, comprehensive and client-focused approach;
(4) Develop specific care plans for the newborn, neonatal, paediatric and adolescent with reference to the clinical treatment guidelines.
Entry Requirements
• Diploma in Nursing from a local Polytechnic or an equivalent qualification;
• Singapore Nursing Board registration;
• 2 years post registration experience with a minimum of 1 year in the discipline of study.
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