Supporting Pediatric Patients: Developmental Responses, Language, and Communication

• 2024

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• Megan Fisher; Jen Liska; Ashley Schirmer

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This course describes how to care for children in hospitals by understanding their developmental needs and using gentle language. Participants will learn effective ways to communicate with young patients.

Continuing Education: This resource offers continuing education credit for physicians, nurses, and pre-hospital providers. Please access the resource for details including information on how to claim credit.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collections: Continuing Education; Continuing Education for EMS Clinicians; Continuing Education for Nurses; Continuing Education for Physicians

Keywords: Child Development; Communication; Language Development; Pediatrics

Institutions: Children's Hospital Colorado

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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