Fundamentals of PACU Nursing
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Module 1: Post Anesthesia Care Unit

What is Post Anesthesia Care Unit?
Introduction to PACU Nursing
Overview of the PACU
Role and Responsibilities of a PACU Nurse
Patient Populations in the PACU
PACU Workflow and Collaboration
Accreditation and Standards
Interactive Activities
Knowledge Check
Module 2: Essential PACU Assessments and Monitoring

Overview of PACU Patient Assessments
PACU Monitoring Essentials
Recognizing and Managing Common Postoperative Complications
Use of Monitoring Equipment
Documentation in the PACU
Case-Based Scenario
Monitoring Equipment Demonstration (Video or Interactive Simulation)
Downloadable Resources
Module 3: Preoperative and Intraoperative Factors

Common Surgical Procedures and Implications for PACU Care
Medications and Their Impact on Recovery
Anesthesia Types and Their Effects
Knowledge Check
Module 2: Pediatric Vital Signs

Normal Ranges of Vital Signs by Age Group
Methods of Measuring Vital Signs
Interpretation of Abnormal Vital Signs and Appropriate Interventions
Module 3: Growth and Development (G&D)

Overview of Pediatric Growth and Development Stages
Impact of Surgery and Anesthesia on Growth and Development
Monitoring Developmental Milestone Post-Surgery
Module 4: Glasgow Coma Scale

Introduction to the Glasgow Coma Scale
How To Assess and Score GCS in Pediatric Patients
Interpretation of GCS Scores and Clinical Implications
Modified Glasgow Coma Scale for Infants and Children
Module 5: Aldrete Scoring System / Modified Aldrete Scoring

Overview of the Modified Aldrete Scoring System
Criteria for Assessing Recovery from Anesthesia
Application of the Aldrete Score in Pediatric Patients
Case Studies and Practice Scenarios
Module 6: Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization Techniques

Initial Assessment and Recognition of Pediatric Emergencies
ABCDE (Airway, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure) Approach
Immediate Interventions and Stabilization Techniques
Communication and Teamwork in Emergency Situations
Clinical Simulation Scenario
Module 7: Post-Surgical Complications in Pediatric Patients

Common Post-Surgical Complications in Pediatric Patients
Early Recognition and Management of Complications
Communication with Parents and Caregivers
Module 8: Pain Management in Pediatric Patients

Assessment of Pain in Children
Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Pain Management Strategies
Individual Pain Management Plans
Module 9: Pediatric Medication Administration

Introduction to Pediatric Medication Administration
Dosage Calculations and Safe Administration Practices
Monitoring and Managing Adverse Drug Reactions
Module 10: Discharge Criteria and Planning

Criteria for Safe Discharge from PACU
Discharge Planning and Education for Parents/Caregivers
Follow up Care and Support
Module 11: Ethical and Legal Considerations

Ethical Issues in Pediatric Care
Legal Responsibilities of PACU Nurses
Inform Consent and Assent in Pediatric Patients

Modified Glasgow Coma Scale for Infants and Children

Glascow Coma Scale (Base of The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne)