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Theories of Growth and Development
Nursing Notes – Child Growth and Development Theories of Growth and Development Growth involves physical changes in height and weight and appearance of the body, while development refers to a change in functional ability, such as cognitive, motor, and psychological aspects of the client. Growth and development start from the time of conception and progress…
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Growth and Development of a Child
Nursing Notes – Child Growth and Development Child Growth and Development Growth is the process of physical increase in size, such as height and weight. It is a quantitative measure that also includes the maturation of body systems. Development is the progressive increase in skill and capacity to function. It is a qualitative measure that…
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Immediate Care of the Newborn
Paediatric Nursing I – Page 3: Care of the Newborn Learning Outcomes By the end of this section, the learner shall be able to: Describe the step-by-step procedure for immediate care of the newborn at birth. Accurately assess a newborn using the Apgar scoring system. Detail the essential components of daily care for a healthy…
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Changes in the newborn at birth
Paediatric Nursing I – Page 2: Physiology of the Newborn Learning Outcomes By the end of this section, the learner shall be able to: Explain the major physiological changes a newborn undergoes at birth. Describe the transition from fetal to pulmonary respiration. Detail the changes in the cardiovascular system, including the closure of fetal shunts.…
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Paediatrics Introduction
Paediatric Nursing I – Page 1: Introduction, Terms & Characteristics Learning Outcomes for this Section By the end of this section, the learner shall be able to: Define Paediatrics and related terminologies. Explain the core principles and scope of paediatric nursing. Describe the various roles of a paediatric nurse. State the fundamental rights of a…
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EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND TEACHING AIDS
EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY AND TEACHING AIDS Educational Technology refers to application of scientific knowledge about learning and conditions of learning in order to improve the effectiveness of teaching, learning and evaluation. Examples of educational technology include; Radios Televisions Computers Projectors Printers Internet Social Media Software Packages Purpose of using technology in education 1️⃣ To reach more…
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COMMUNICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING
COMMUNICATION IN TEACHING AND LEARNING Communication🗨️ is a word derived from the Latin word communis or commūnicāre, which means ‘to make common’ or ‘to share’. 🌐 📚 Communication is the act of conveying intended meaning to another person through the use of mutually understood signs and language. OR Communication is the art of transmitting information, ideas,…
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HEALTH AND DISEASE
Nursing Lecture Notes – Personal & Communal Health HEALTH AND DISEASE Health: Health refers to a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Disease: A disease is a specific abnormal condition that affects the body or mind and impairs normal functioning. It is often characterized…
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Dimensions & Determinants of Health
CONCEPT OF HEALTH According to WHO, health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Components/Dimensions of Health According to WHO, the components of health include the following: Physical Health: The state of physical health implies the notion of perfect functioning of…
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Concept of the Community
Concept of the Community Community is a social group determined by geographic boundaries, values, and interests. According to WHO (1974), OR It is a group of inhabitants living together in a somewhat localized area under the same general regulations and having common interests, functions, needs, and organizations. OR A cluster of people with at least one…
