Module III. Unique Pediatric Assessment Considerations

This module provides a review of unique pediatric assessment considerations.
The presentations' content focuses on comprehensive vs. problem-focused assessment, family and care unit assessment, effective developmental communication in pediatric care and other specific pediatric assessments.
This activity awards 4.5 NAPNAP contact hours.

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This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the module assessment will be awarded 4.5 NAPNAP contact hours.

Disclaimer

This micro-credential is designed to supplement professional knowledge and competency development. It does not replace formal nursing education, clinical training, professional licensure, degree or certification requirements, nor does it confer authority to practice independently or perform activities outside an individual's legal scope of practice. Participants are responsible for practicing in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, institutional policies, and professional standards.

Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this program is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any medications, diagnostic procedures or treatments discussed in this publication should not be used by clinicians or other health care professionals without first evaluating their patients’ conditions, considering possible contraindications or risks, reviewing any applicable manufacturer’s product information and comparing any therapeutic approach with the recommendations of other authorities.

Target Audience

This groundbreaking program aims to set a consistent, globally recognized standard for pediatric health care delivery, regardless of borders, geography or income levels.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the module, learners should be able to:

  • Learners will distinguish indications for each type of assessment and specific developmentally appropriate components of each.
  • Learners will recognize the impact of family/care influences on pediatric care.
  • Learners will apply knowledge of appropriate pediatric developmental approaches to patient-centered care.
  • Learners will comprehend components and apply knowledge of techniques necessary for specific focused pediatric assessments.

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Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 4.50 NAPNAP Contact Hours
Course opens: 
01/16/2026
Course expires: 
06/30/2030
Cost:
$200.00

NAPNAP Pediatric Essentials Micro-credential

Part 1. Comprehensive vs. Problem-focused Assessment
Brittany Christiansen, PhD, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC/AC, FNP-C, AE-C, CNE

Part 2. Family and Care Unit Assessment
Molly Lalonde, CPNP-PC, PMHS

Part 3. Effective Developmental Communication in Pediatric Care
Nanci Haze, DNP, RN, CPNP-PC

Part 4. Other Specific Pediatric Assessments
Christina Quick, DNP, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC, CHSE

This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the module assessment will be awarded 4.5 NAPNAP contact hours.

Available Credit

  • 4.50 NAPNAP Contact Hours

Price

Cost:
$200.00
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