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Neonatal Inspection and Examination course for Nurses

Speciality Classification
Nurses
Location
Online
Delivery
Online
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Subject matter expert
e-Learning for Healthcare
Provider
eIntegrity
Endorsed By
NHS Health Education England

This session describes a comprehensive approach to the clinical assessment of a neonatal patient with a respiratory problem. It details what to include in a respiratory inspection and physical examination.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Describe a comprehensive approach to the clinical respiratory assessment of a neonatal patient
  • State what to include in a neonatal respiratory history, inspection and physical examination

The assessment of the newborn and the neonate is not vastly different to the assessment of the older child. However, there are some specific areas which become more pertinent, and this session aims to provide the reader with confidence in a structured and targeted approach.


PRM123
Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

Before commencing this session you should complete:

  • History (172-28)
  • Inspection and Examination (172-29)
Instructors / Speakers
Sarah Denniston,
Paediatric Consultant

Sarah Denniston is a paediatric consultant at Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham. She trained in Cambridge and the West Midlands.

She has a special interest in respiratory paediatrics, especially cystic fibrosis. In addition to her clinical roles she is local RCPCH College Tutor, lead for PAU, and teaches EPLS.

Delivery
Title
Neonatal Inspection and Examination course for Nurses
Speciality Classification
Interest Areas / Topics Covered
Child and family health, Children and young peoples health, Maternal-child, Paediatric, Paediatric and Neonatal Care
Location
Provider Type
Education Provider
Time / Duration
30 minutes
Location
Online
Access Duration (in months)
12
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