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202504_LPN_104_CW1 MaternalChildHlt/Pediatric Hlt

Syllabus

Course Number & Name:  LPN 104 Maternal Child Newborn/Pediatric Nursing

Credit Hours:  8.0 Contact Hours:  4.0 Lecture:  4.0 Labs: .0 Clinical: 12.0 

Prerequisites: Grades of “C” or better in LPN 101, LPN 102, 103, BIO 121, ENG 101 & PSY 101 

Co-requisites: Concurrent: LPN 105 

Revision Date:  Fall, 2024 (Version 1.2/October 2024) 

Course Description: This course focuses upon the role of the Practical Nurse in caring for clients and families experiencing childbirth, newborn, and pediatric childcare needs.  The primary emphasis is on basic human needs during pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum period, and the pediatric client.  Erikson’s psychosocial theory of development is applied in the assessment of clients from infancy through adolescence.  The responses of the child-bearing client, children, and their family to illness and hospitalization are discussed.  Students are expected to apply theoretical knowledge and proficient clinical skills in interactions with childbearing, newborn, and pediatric clients.  Interpersonal communication skills, legal and ethical considerations, cultural beliefs and practices, and a family-centered approach are integrated throughout.  Clinical experiences will focus on nurse-client communication in in-patient and ambulatory settings.  The nursing process will be used to guide students in all application of the learning environment. 

Scheduled Clinical Rotation- *see Moodle *Attend your scheduled

clinical time

Student Learning Outcomes 

Course Goals/Measurable Course Performance Objectives (MPOs) 

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to do the following: 

1. apply the nursing process and critical-thinking approach, within the role of the Practical Nurse, with clients and families during pregnancy, labor and delivery, postpartum, and pediatric experiences.

1. State the methods of preventing infection in newborns.

2. Interpret discharge teaching for the mother and her newborn.

3. Demonstrate the steps in the physical assessment of the newborn.

4. State four methods of maintaining the body temperature of a newborn.

2. use effective communication skills with clients and families in obstetrical and pediatric clinical settings; to prepare and present teaching plans for clients and families.

1. Discuss the importance of family-centered care in pediatrics.

2. Recognize the influence of the family and cultural practices on growth, development, nutrition, and health care.

3. Describe three developmental theories and their impact on planning the nursing care of children.

4. Identify various health care delivery settings.

3. demonstrate the ability to perform specific nursing skills safely and effectively in clinical situations with maternal, newborn, and pediatric clients.

1. List five factors that influence growth and development.

2. Discuss the nutritional needs of growing children.

3. Discuss two ways to help facilitate maternal-infant bonding for a preterm newborn.

4. Describe the family reaction to preterm infants and nursing interventions.

4. identify the needs of the childbearing and pediatric families in relation to Maslow’s framework and Erikson’s psychosocial theory including physiological, emotional, and sociocultural responses.

1. Describe the physical, psychosocial, and cognitive development of children from 1 to 3 years of age, listing age specific events and guidance when appropriate.

2. Describe the task to be mastered by the toddler according to Erikson’s stages of growth and development.

3. Discuss how adults can assist small children in combating their fears.

5. incorporate legal standards and ethical guidelines into practical nursing interactions with clients and families experiencing childbearing and pediatric development. 

1. Describe the nutritional needs and self-feeding abilities of a toddler. 

2. List two methods of preventing the following: automobile accidents, burns, falls, suffocation and choking, poisoning, drowning, electric shock, and animal bites. 

3. Discuss the management of pain in infants and children. 

6. apply theoretical knowledge of obstetrical and pediatric nursing to clinical situations; discuss trends in the care of childbearing and pediatric families 

1. Contrast two major theoretical viewpoints of personality development during the school years. 

2. Describe the physical and psychosocial development of children from 6 to 12 years of age, listing age-specific events and type of guidance where appropriate. 

3. Discuss how to assist parents in preparing a child for school. 

Methods of Instruction 

Instruction will consist of lectures/clinical, ATI instructional and skills modules, clinical assignments, discussions, audio visual materials, and computer laboratory with computer-aided instruction (CAI) materials.  

Outcomes Assessment: 

Test and examination questions are blueprinted from the National Council State Board of Nursing (NCBSN) itemized test plan lists.  Data is collected and analyzed to determine the level of student performance on these assessment instruments regarding meeting course objectives.  The results of this data analysis are used to guide necessary pedagogical and/or curricular revisions. 

Assessment of Program Outcomes  

Course specific cumulative examinations 

Content specific national standardized tests  

Percentage of students successful as first-time candidates for the NCLEX-PN  

Percentage of entering students completing the program within 3 years of admission.   

Course Requirements  

Successful completion of LPN 104 is required for PN program completion. 

A minimum theory grade of 75% is required to pass LPN 104. 

A satisfactory (passing) final clinical evaluation (see clinical evaluation tool) is required to pass. 

Satisfactory course attendance (see Nursing Student Handbook for attendance policies and procedures) is required to pass. 

Completion of end of semester surveys (Course, Clinical & Faculty) 

Regular attendance as stated in the PN Program Handbook 

Completion of coursework, including ATI practice and protocered exams. 

Participation in class/clinical discussions 

Grading Components 

Theory: Maternity/Newborn and Pediatric = 75% 

Final Exam= 25% 

Total Course= 100% 

There will be NO GRADE given for ATI Proctored Exams. 

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• The syllabus is subject to being updated by the instructors; students will be made aware of changes.

• No recording of students or facilitators permitted

Assessment Technology Institute (ATI) Testing Policy 

ATI: Proctored Maternity & Nursing Care of Children (Pediatrics) exam.  

With the exception of the Comprehensive Assessment Examination in LPN 105 of the PN program, the student is expected to achieve a Level 2 proficiency on all proctored examinations.  

The student must complete and submit all remediation before attempting another proctored examination.  If the student is experiencing difficulty, it is the student’s responsibility to make an appointment to meet with the Instructor and/or Retention Specialist.  

There will be NO GRADE given for ATI Proctored Exams. 

Academic Integrity 

Dishonesty disrupts the search for truth that is inherent in the learning process and so devalues the purpose and the mission of the College.  Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, the following: 

Plagiarism – the failure to acknowledge another writer’s words or ideas or to give proper credit to sources of information; 

Cheating – knowingly obtaining or giving unauthorized information on any test/exam or any other academic assignment; 

Interference – any interruption of the academic process that prevents others from the proper engagement in learning or teaching; and 

Fraud – any act or instance of willful deceit or trickery. 

Violations of academic integrity will be dealt with by imposing appropriate sanctions.  Sanctions for acts of academic dishonesty could include the resubmission of an assignment, failure of the test/exam, failure in the course, probation, suspension from the College, and even expulsion from the College. 

Artificial Intelligence Tools Statement Artificial Intelligence (AI) resources may only be used if an assignment clearly states that is an acceptable option or if the instructor explicitly permits it in the syllabus. In such cases, you may only use the specific tools identified as acceptable and you must adhere to the College’s standards for attribution, validation, and transparency. This means that you must (1) fully document all material that was not generated by you, (2) check information generated by AI and take full responsibility for its accuracy, and (3) identify where and how you used any AI tools and how they contributed to your work. Assessment may focus on how you improve on and surpass the initial contributions of the AI. Use of any AI tools without permission is unacceptable and will be considered as an academic integrity violation - an act of plagiarism which can result in the failure of the assignment. If you have any doubts about what is acceptable 

Disability Services 

Student Support Systems/ Disability Services 

Essex County College welcomes students with disabilities into all of the college’s educational programs. It is the policy and practice of Essex County College to promote inclusive learning environments. Essex County College provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified students with disabilities in accordance with Board Policies, College Regulations and relevant laws. 

If you have a documented disability, you may be eligible for reasonable accommodations in compliance with college policy, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and/or the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. Please note, students are not permitted to negotiate accommodations directly with Professors, Academic Chairpersons, and Deans. To request accommodations or assistance, please self-identify at the Office of Student Development and Counseling with the Coordinator of Disability Services. The office is located on the main campus in Room 4122-I. Contact by telephone at 973-877-3071 or by email at mercado@essex.edu or disability@essex.edu. Additional information can be found at https://www.essex.edu/counselling-disability-services/. 

Student Development and Counseling Office Room 4122 

ESSEX cares about you. We want to assist you in maintaining your health and wellness as you pursue your academic goals. Asking for help is NOT a sign of weakness.  It is a brave and critical step to getting the assistance that you deserve. 

Whenever you need someone to talk to when you feel overwhelmed, stressed out or feel like you have run out of options, reach out to a counselor: 

On the Main Campus between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, Monday -Wednesday; 9:00 am-5:00 pm on Thursday; 9:00 am-3:00 pm on Friday 

Professor Cassandra Johnson 977-877-3184/Cassandra@essex.edu Professor Kathlyn Battle 977-877-3284/Battle@essex.edu 

Professor Jim Johnson 973-877-3371/Johnsonj@essex.edu Professor Victor Stolberg  973-877-3129/Stolberg@essex.edu 

At any other times, connect 24 hours a day with: 

Campus Security  973-877-3312  

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) 

Emergency 911 

Crisis Text line Text “GO” to 741741 Don't give up!  It is ok not to be ok. The Counselors 

Student Code of Conduct:  

All students are expected to conduct themselves as responsible and considerate adults  who respect the rights of others. Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.  All students are also expected to attend and be on time for all class meetings.  No cell phones or  similar electronic devices are permitted in class.  Please refer to the Essex County  

College student handbook, Lifeline, for more specific information about the  

College’s Code of Conduct and attendance requirements. See Nursing Handbook  

Netiquette 

Netiquette is a set of rules for behaving properly online. Your instructor and fellow students wish to foster a safe online learning environment. All opinions and experiences, no matter how different or controversial they may be perceived, must be respected in the tolerant spirit of academic discourse. You are encouraged to comment, question, or critique an idea but you are not to attack an individual. Working as a community of learners, we can build a polite and respectful course community. The following netiquette tips will enhance the learning experience for everyone in the course: ● Do not dominate any discussion. ● Give other students the opportunity to join in the discussion. ● Do not use offensive language. Present ideas appropriately. ● Be cautious in using Internet language. For example, do not capitalize all letters since this suggests shouting. ● Popular emoticons such as ☺ or / can be helpful to convey your tone but do not overdo or overuse them. ● Avoid using vernacular and/or slang language. This could possibly lead to misinterpretation. ● Never make fun of someone’s ability to read or write. ● Share tips with other students. ● Keep an “open-mind” and be willing to express even your minority opinion. Minority opinions have to be respected. ● Think and edit before you push the “Send” button. ● Do not hesitate to ask for feedback. ● Using humor is acceptable 

Class Expectations 

Please reference the Essex County College student handbook  

Do not receive or make phone calls or text messages.  TURN OFF all cell phones and other electronic devices (iPods, MP3s, etc.) before entering the classroom and especially during examinations. Placing devices on vibrate is not turned off.  

Arrive to class on time and prepared.   

Please ask for help before you fall behind. 

Contact faculty if sick or unable to attend class, and especially clinical.  

Makeup exams will be administered at the discretion of the faculty and will be an equivalent exam. 

Required Textbooks: 

Leifer and Little,(2023). Introduction to Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Sherpath BookOrganized: Instructor-Led CourseLeifer Maternity Peds. Elsevier, 9th edition 

ISBN 978-0-4431-0490-9 

(In Moodle) 

Additional Resources: 

       “Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) Model.”  This access is provided online with practice assessment tests, skills e-book, and video models. Practice assessment codes will be available to students at the beginning of the course. Proctored examination code will be utilized during test- taking examination on a course-by-course basis.  

Saunders Comprehensive Review for the NCLEX-PN® Examination, 9th Edition Authors : Linda Anne Silvestri & Angela Silvestri 

ATI PN Nursing Care of Children Edition 12.0 

ATI PN Maternal Newborn Nursing Edition 12.0 

A medical/nursing dictionary: ATI website online: Drug resources available 

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