Participants are presented with a holistic view of the NICU experience, contrasting expectation with reality and enabling the clinician to understand the challenges faced by the critically ill infant and grieving family. Neuro developmental principles and stress management strategies are integrated in this unique format.
What you will learn: - How to identify environmental hazards that threaten the well-being of the infant, family and caregiver
- How to identify strategies to reduce the toxicity of the admission/hospital experience
- How to demonstrate positioning options to promote proper flexion and alignment for complex scenarios
- How to employ stress-reduction methods for the caregiver that can be performed at the bedside
7.5 contact hours for nurses
6.2 contact hours for occupational therapists |