Pediatric Physical Assessment- Virtual Delivery
Course Information
Course Code
PC723
Instruction Method
Virtual(live) interactive delivery of the workshop.
Fee
Domestic $275 , International $412.50
Length
1 day – 9am to 5pm live virtual course
Instructor(s)
Mona Azzam
Learner Outcomes
A well-performed history and the physical examination in children remain the most important tools to reach correct diagnosis and management. In this virtual workshop, you will learn the key steps in performing pediatric physical assessment. Your facilitator, an experienced pediatric practitioner will integrate theory with practice through lectures and case studies online to enhance your knowledge and skills.
Upon completion of the virtual workshop learners will be able to:
- Describe elements of a comprehensive history for children of different ages (infants, toddler, preschool, and adolescents).
- Identify communication strategies to improve the quality of data collected.
- Utilize a Pediatric Systematic approach for pediatric physical assessment
- Conduct system specific assessments and identify examples of abnormal findings in each.
- Describe differences in the sequence of physical assessment and techniques according to the age and developmental stage of the child.
- Interpret pediatric vitals signs in relation to clinical conditions
- Recognize red flags in pediatric conditions
Evaluation Method
Written test at the end of the session.
Intended For
Health care professionals working with children.
This course is also available by contract for on-site delivery. Please email ce@michener.ca for information.
Text Book
Location
Certificate Program
Prerequisites
Computer literacy
- Students must have access to a computer that meets the minimum system requirements, access to the Internet, and an e-mail account
- Access to and basic proficiency with a PDF reader, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint are also required as they are used to access course material and submit evaluation items
PC723 – Pediatric Physical Assessment (Virtual Delivery)
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COVID Vaccine Requirement:
Proof of full vaccination (2 doses) for all learners is required for all onsite attendance at Michener. Fully online courses do not require proof of vaccination.
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