Developmental Characteristics and Pediatric Assessment

Objectives

At the conclusion of this lecture, the provider will be able to… List the most common challenges faced in dealing with the pediatric population List the physiologic and developmental changes that affect the assessment of the pediatric patient List different communication methods that can be utilized to facilitate assessment of the pediatric patient List different techniques that can be used to counter provider stress over dealing with the critically ill or injured pediatric patient List several techniques that can be used to help deal with difficult parents or caregivers on scene List several training methods that may be used to prevent skill degradation in the pediatric population