Radiographic Interpretation for the Hospitalized Child
Introduction
This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an Agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the post test will be awarded 1.25 NAPNAP contact hour, of which 0 is pharmacology.
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Keywords: X-rays, radiographs, tube placement
Target Audience
Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses
Learning Objectives
- Develop a systematic approach to reviewing pediatric x-rays for central line, chest tube, feeding tubes and endotracheal tube placement.
- Describe the expected findings for correctly placed chest tubes, endotracheal tubes and central lines.
- Discuss the approach when radiographs reveal incorrectly placed devices.
Cathy S. Woodward, DNP, CPNP-AC: Associate Professor of Pediatrics, UT Health San Antonio, San Antonio
DISCLOSURE
Dr. Woodward has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Available Credit
- 1.25 Contact hours