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This article, Pediatric Nursing, on Wikipedia has very little value to give to anyone who wants to read more about this field of work. This article is a stub and is not filled with much information at all. This field of work is very popular and this article gives no length or depth considering how universal and common this job is. As of right now, this article only has a little bit of information on training and importance of pediatric nursing. I plan on adding more subtitles that are useful and universal to all Wikipedia users. This article has little to no information about pediatric nursing so I would like to add facts from many different books and internet sources that I have found. I would like to find sources to prove what is already on this wikipedia article, true. If the information is not accurate I plan on either getting rid of it all together or replacing the false information with other facts about pediatric nursing that fit in with the subtitles. This article has only sources from other Wikipedia articles, so I will find many outside sources that will pertain to pediatric nursing. Also, this article has no pictures involving this field of work. I will be adding pictures of nurses taking care of children and pictures of common disorders within younger children that pediatric nurses see every day.

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 * https://books.google.com/books?id=ZN4EhF1m1QkC&printsec=frontcover&dq=pediatric+nursing&hl=en&sa=X&ei=FKv0VKjMF8KcygSB-IDwBw&ved=0CDUQ6AEwAQ#v=onepage&q=pediatric%20nursing&f=false
 * https://books.google.com/books?id=Um1_7gM-E1wC&printsec=frontcover&dq=pediatric+nursing&hl=en&sa=X&ei=FKv0VKjMF8KcygSB-IDwBw&ved=0CDAQ6AEwAA#v=onepage&q=pediatric%20nursing&f=false
 * https://books.google.com/books?id=qdmBXAtC3lMC&printsec=frontcover&dq=pediatric+nursing&hl=en&sa=X&ei=FKv0VKjMF8KcygSB-IDwBw&ved=0CEwQ6AEwBQ#v=onepage&q=pediatric%20nursing&f=false

I intend to use the above sources to help me find new subtitles for this article that are universal and factual. These sources are all from online textbook regarding pediatric nursing.


 * http://www.pncb.org/ptistore/control/about/forstudents
 * http://explorehealthcareers.org/en/Career/147/Pediatric_Nurse

These sources above are beneficial because they are official websites that are dedicated to telling people about the steps taken in order to become a pediatric nurse in the United States. There is information such as tests that need to be taken, fees and academic requirements. I intent to use these links to give people more of a realistic insight on how to become a pediatric nurse.

Pediatric Nursing
'Pediatrics' comes from the Greek words 'pedia' which means child, 'iatrike' which means treatment and 'ics' which means branch of science. This means Pediatric nursing is the science of child care and scientific treatment of childhood. This branch of medical science deals with the care of children from conception to adolescence in health care.

Training in the United States
The CPN (certified pediatric nurse) exam measures and validates knowledge and expertise of pediatric nurses beyond basic RN licensure. Eligible RNs may have a diploma, associate's degree, BSN, MSN, or higher nursing degree with a minimum of 1800 hours of pediatric nursing experience/training. Over 20,000 nurses actively hold CPN certification. All pediatric nurses begin their career by becoming registered nurses (RN). Additionally, one must train in child care. Training involves formal education and clinical experiences. Pediatric nurses can become certified in the field and may choose to further specialize. Students can enroll in an associate or bachelor's degree program in nursing. Some diploma programs offered exclusively through hospitals may also prepare students for the RN exam. Possible undergraduate paths could be to receive:

Associate of Science

An Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) is a 2-year, undergraduate degree program that is designed to prepare students for entry into the nursing workforce. Students are introduced to a variety of nursing topics, including human disease processes, maternal nursing and human anatomy. Some general education courses, such as psychology and oral communication, may also be required.

Bachelor of Science

A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is a 4-year, undergraduate degree program that offers students a comprehensive nursing education and prepares them to take the RN certifying exam. Courses are offered on a number of specialized topics, including pediatric nursing and ethics in professional nursing. Many BSN students are working nurses who already hold their RN certification.

Roles/Care
Pediatric nurses often assist doctors by providing medical care and information about diseases and treatment plans to their young patients. They can be found working in hospitals, clinics, and private practices. Depending on each patient's particular treatment plan, pediatric nurses job duties may include administering medications, placing intravenous (IV) lines on patients, and administering other kinds of therapies.

In many cases, general pediatric nurses plan and provide long-term treatment for young patients. Though pediatric care may signal the notion that these nurses work with kids only, pediatric nurses also care for patients up to 21 years old. Pediatric nurses consult with patients and their families to develop and maintain healthy living habits, modifying health goals as necessary. Depending on their experience level, additional pediatric nurse duties may include:

Conducting physicals

Child immunizations

Screening for disease

Diagnosing illnesses

Prescribing medications

The responsibilities of those in pediatric nursing may vary based on work setting and specialty. In hospital settings, pediatric nurses typically document patient progress through careful record keeping, notifying doctors in the event of any changes in a patient's situation. General pediatric nurses often assist doctors by checking vital signs, drawing blood, giving vaccinations, and taking patient histories during their visits.

Goals
• Normalize the life of the child in the family home, school and community.

• Minimize the impact of the child's unique condition.

• Foster maximal growth and development.

• Develop realistic, functional and coordinated home care plans for the children and families.

• Respect the roles of the families in the care of their children.