Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical findings, psychosocial changes and cultural practices associated with common diagnoses of infants, children and adolescents.

Distinguish between normal and abnormal physical findings, psychosocial changes and cultural practices associated with common diagnoses of infants, children and adolescents.

Identify syndromes and disease states commonly managed by advanced practice nurses in pediatric populations.

Critique existing protocols and best practices that address differential diagnosis, pharmacotherapeutic intervention, and resources to manage and evaluate acute and chronic illness in infant, children and adolescent populations.

Plan and implement therapeutic interventions to return the infant, child or adolescent to a stable state and/or optimize the patient’s health.

Evaluate local, state, and federal policy and resources which influence the availability of healthcare for infant, children and adolescent populations.

Effectively manage communication central to shared decision-making with other health care professionals and patients, demonstrating awareness of gender and cultural differences.

Please answer the following questions with supporting examples and full explanations.

For each of the learning objectives, provide an analysis of how the course supported each objective.

Explain how the material learned in this course, based upon the objectives, will be applicable to certification success and professional application. Provide evidence (citations and references) to support your statements and opinions. Responses to these questions are due by Tuesday at noon.