Journal of pediatric health care : official publication of National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates & Practitioners
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Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in infants and children in 10 states, and near drowning accounts for more than 10 times as many accidents. Children aged 1 to 4 years are at the highest risk of drowning in residential swimming pools. ⋯ Knowledge about water safety is centered around three important concepts: (a) supervision, (b) barriers, and (c) emergency procedures. The pediatric nurse plays an invaluable role in educating parents about these concepts and in increasing parents' awareness of safety risks.
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J Pediatr Health Care · Jul 1990
Facts and fallacies about streptococcal infection and rheumatic fever.
Recent outbreaks of acute rheumatic fever (ARF) in the United States are drawing attention to a previously declining disease. Authorities agree that penicillin treatment of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GABHS) pharyngitis contributed to the decline in incidence and severity of ARF. ⋯ A review of the current literature generates interesting questions about the current status of ARF and common GABHS testing and treatment practices. Facts about GABHS and ARF and current recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of GABHS pharyngitis are presented.
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J Pediatr Health Care · Mar 1989
Pediatric nurse practitioners develop ambulatory surgery cardiac program.
The major objective for the Pediatric Cardiac Day Surgery Program at Children's Medical Center of Dallas is to promote cost-effectiveness while the quality of physical and psychosocial preparation of the child having cardiac surgery is maintained. The pediatric patients have comprehensive preoperative workups and teaching provided by pediatric nurse practitioners. The unique knowledge base, expertise, and clinical skills of the pediatric nurse practitioner have enabled the program not only to succeed but also to pave the way for the utilization of the Day Surgery Unit by many other surgical services.