Course Code: REL-PAC-0-WFC-R1
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 5/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Identify basic care needs for children from infancy to adolescence.
Identify stages of child growth and development.
Recognize ways to support families with the care of their child.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Families and Children with Home Care
Why Children May Need Home Services
Types of Families
Common Issues that Affect Families
Review
Summary
Section 3: Stages of Child Growth and Development
Infant Development
Preschooler to School-age Development
Adolescent Development
Review
Summary
Section 4: Basic Care Needs in Children
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
Physiological Needs
Safety Needs
Love and Belonging Needs
Esteem Needs
Self-Actualization Needs
Review
Summary
Section 5: Ways to Support Families
Parent and Family Support
When and What to Report
Common Issues or Concerns
Review
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor(s)
Resources
References
Instructor: Stephanie Whitfield, MSN, RN, CPN
Stephanie has over 19 years of clinical and teaching experience. Her areas of expertise are in neonatal intensive care, general pediatrics, home health, and children with medical complexities. She earned her Master's in nursing from Chamberlain University in 2022. Her professional practice is guided by Jean Watson's philosophy that, "Caring is the essence of nursing."
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.