NURS 2050

What are some ideas for ways to make a pediatric patient feel comfortable? Role playing first Maintain their routine Let mom hold them when taking VS, doing assessments, giving meds Play: • Playrooms • Child life specialists • Age appropriate toys • Creativity, diversions • Developmental stimulation • Games, books (don’t forget low tech) “First do no harm” : 1. Minimize child’s separation from family 2. Promote sense of control 3. Prevent/minimize pain family advoc...

encouraging family care and bonding Create warm environment Keep family together, "rooming in" Teach infant care Provide positive feedback Remain open minded Support caregiver(s) Provide culturally sensitive care NURSING CARE OF THE NEWBORN AND FAMILY: BIRTH TO TWO HOURS OF LIFE transitioning from intrauterine to extra-uterine living there are certain processes critical to extra-uterine survival -VERY ATTENTIVE TO ABC'S AND T'S -AIRWAY (suctioned immediately) -BR...