This educational blitz series provides didactic education for NICU Care Providers

Objectives: 

1. Understand the indications for peritoneal dialysis in neonates, including specific clinical scenarios where it is considered a therapeutic option, such as acute kidney injury, or fluid and electrolyte imbalances.

2. Demonstrate proficiency in the practical aspects of performing manual peritoneal dialysis in neonates, including proper catheter care techniques, sterile procedure adherence, monitoring of dialysate parameters, and troubleshooting common complications or challenges during the procedure.

3. Enhance knowledge of the nursing care and management of neonates undergoing peritoneal dialysis, focusing on patient assessment, fluid and electrolyte balance monitoring, infection prevention strategies, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team for comprehensive neonatal care.

Session date: 
02/23/2024 - 11:00am EST to 03/03/2024 - 2:00am EST
Location: 
NICU Conference Room
  • 0.50 ANCC Nursing Contact Hour

    In support of improving patient care, Nemours Children’s Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

    Nemours Children’s Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 0.50 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  • 0.50 Continuing Education
    This activity is designated for 0.50 continuing education credits.
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Faculty List: 
Planner(s)

Kelly Lindeblad, MSN, RNC-NIC

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lauren Stracuzzi, MSN, RNC-NIC, ACCNS-P

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.
Speaker(s)

Kelly Lindeblad, MSN, RNC-NIC

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.

Lauren Stracuzzi, MSN, RNC-NIC, ACCNS-P

has no relevant financial relationships to disclose at this time.