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Having a Social Media Presence
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Editorial Source Type: research

Utilization of iPad Technology to Decrease Pediatric Preoperative Anxiety
Purpose The purpose of this project was to determine if iPad technology could decrease preoperative anxiety in school-age children. Each year, more than five million children in the United States have surgical procedures. Preoperative anxiety can delay induction of anesthesia, provoke the release of stress hormones, and hinder postoperative recovery. To decrease preoperative anxiety, a 17-page colorful iPad prep book was developed. The iPad prep book included pictures and words describing the outpatient day surgery process. Procedure A preexperimental one-group pretest/posttest design was utilized to focus on decreasi...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Utilization of Research Findings and Barriers in Pediatric Surgical Nurses in Turkey
Conclusion Utilization of research in pediatric surgical nursing practice was found to be mostly affected by the features of workplace (settings). We think that research utilization might be increased by making necessary institutional arrangements, developing strategies for the use of clinical research, and providing nurses with educational and research opportunities. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Anesthesia and Young Brains
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Test Source Type: research

Anesthesia and Young Brains
This article discusses the recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration statement recommendations and its implications in clinical practice. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Clinical Article Source Type: research

The Mystery of the Missing Lung
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Name the Diagnosis Source Type: research

Adolescent Bariatric Surgery: Case Study
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Pediatric Obesity Column Source Type: research

The Depth and Breadth of Pediatric Surgical Nursing
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Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - October 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Message From the President Source Type: research

Pediatric Strokes: The Who, What, When, and Beyond...A Patient and Family Guide
Abstract The prevalence of pediatric strokes, incidence of delay in treatment, and misdiagnosis has become an epidemic in healthcare. The purpose of this poster presentation is to provide education to healthcare professionals related to the extensive care required for pediatric stroke patients, from diagnosis until adulthood. As healthcare professionals, we must be educated and aware that pediatric strokes (one of the top 10 causes of death in children aged 1–19 years) occur and their recovery includes a multidisciplinary approach. We have developed an educational booklet for patients and parents that includes diagnose...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Poster Abstracts Source Type: research

Pediatric Strokes: The Who, What, When, and Beyond...: A Patient and Family Guide
The prevalence of pediatric strokes, incidence of delay in treatment, and misdiagnosis has become an epidemic in healthcare. The purpose of this poster presentation is to provide education to healthcare professionals related to the extensive care required for pediatric stroke patients, from diagnosis until adulthood. As healthcare professionals, we must be educated and aware that pediatric strokes (one of the top 10 causes of death in children aged 1-19 years) occur and their recovery includes a multidisciplinary approach. We have developed an educational booklet for patients and parents that includes diagnoses through all...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Poster Abstracts Source Type: research

Hirschsprung’s Disease: How to Prevent Enterocolitis With Rectal Irrigations
Hirschsprung's disease is a condition where intestinal motility is compromised because of the absence of ganglion cells in the submucosal and myenteric plexus. A suction rectal biopsy is the definitive way to diagnose Hirschsprung's disease. Enterocolitis is an inflammation of the small intestines and colon, which can be caused by bacterial overgrowth. Rectal irrigations are performed to help evacuate stool and gas from the small intestines and colon. It is important to perform adequate rectal irrigations on patients to prevent enterocolitis. Because of the importance of preventing enterocolitis, appropriate education is n...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Poster Abstracts Source Type: research

Syncopal Workup in Pediatric Trauma Patients
Evaluation and treatment of patients experiencing a syncopal episode after an unwitnessed trauma can be a challenging dilemma for the pediatric surgery/trauma team. The workup may include consultation to many specialists including neurology, neurosurgery, and cardiology. Testing can be extensive and confusing to patients and their families. The goal of this poster presentation is to provide nurses and advanced practice providers with a sequence of steps to assist in the workup of pediatric trauma patients after a syncopal episode. Copyright (C) 2017 American Pediatric Surgical Nursing Association (Source: Journal of Pedia...
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Poster Abstracts Source Type: research

Caregiver Appraisals of Anxiety, Pain, and Behavioral Changes Among Children After Ambulatory Surgery
Conclusions: Central to this finding is the importance of developing adaptive skills of children to improve postoperative outcomes such as pain management. However, this study showed that trait anxiety is not related to postoperative negative behaviors. (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: Feature Article Source Type: research

Patient Characteristics and Prevalence of Unplanned Postoperative Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Admissions
No abstract available (Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing)
Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgical Nursing - July 1, 2017 Category: Nursing Tags: CE Test Source Type: research