Neonatal Nursing Fellowship Class Genetics
This course will review genetic syndromes that may be seen in newborns.
Target Audience
RN
Learning Objectives
Following the presentation the learner will be able to :
- Describe dysmorphic features present in neonates with common genetic syndromes
- Recognize common genetic tests that are ordered for NICU patients
- Discuss how having a premature baby impacts the family unit.
- Develop a implementation timeline for a improvement project.
In support of improving patient care, the University of Pittsburgh 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.
The maximum number of hours awarded for this Continuing Nursing Education activity is 1 contact hour.
No planners, members of the planning committee, speakers, presenters, authors, content reviewers and/or anyone else in a position to control the content of this education activity have relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Available Credit
- 3.50 ANCCUPMC Provider Unit is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation