PATIENT ADMISSION: PEDIATRIC -- PERFORMING

Course overview

The admission process prepares the child and family for a stay in a healthcare facility. This involves gathering information about the patient’s medical history, reason for admission, and current physical status for use by the healthcare team to promote appropriate, efficient, and effective care and treatment for pediatric patients. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of the general principles of admitting a pediatric patient to a healthcare facility or setting, including why this is important and information to provide to the patient’s family. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.