Pediatric Pharmacology Case Study: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia - 1 Contact Hour

Course overview

Course Overview: Caring for a child with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia is a challenge on so many different fronts. This pediatric pharmacology case study provides the learner the opportunity to make decisions that impact the care of the patient. Learning objectives Upon completion of this course, nurses will be able to: •Describe the incidence of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL); •Identify three risk factors for ALL; •Discuss favorability/unfavorability of the Philadelphia chromosome in the bone marrow of ALL patients; •Identify three distinct phases of ALL therapy; •Quantify the objective of remission induction therapy; •Describe the sequence of methotrexate and leucovorin therapy during the consolidation phase of ALL therapy; •Name three key factors leading to successful coping mechanisms for patients with ALL and their families.