Skip to main content
Child Abuse and Neglect: How Nurses Can Advocate for Pediatric Patients

Child Abuse and Neglect: How Nurses Can Advocate for Pediatric Patients

2 hours
Credits / Contact Hours
$23
This course included in
AchieveCEPlans

Save 70% or more with a membership

License Renewal Money Back Guarantee

Course applies toward state CE requirements and hours needed for your FL RN license renewal. View Terms

30 Day Satisfaction Money Back Guarantee

This course is guaranteed to meet or exceed your expectations for convenience and quality. View Terms

Very informative, great presentation

TE
Tanja E.
Verified review

good information for all nurses

VH
Veronica H.
Verified review

Course was informative and helpful.

CG
Christine G.
Verified review

Provided updated information

LC
Linda C.
Verified review

Course

Learn how to recognize and advocate for pediatric patients facing child abuse and neglect. Help create healthier environments for children.

Nationally & state accredited

Nursing

Course Features

Instant certificates
All required courses
7-day live chat & phone support
Auto reporting toCPE Monitor
Unlimited course attempts

What you'll learn

At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Define child abuse and its scope.

  2. Identify different characteristics and/or behaviors of perpetrators of child abuse.

  3. Recognize the signs, symptoms, and long-term consequences of child abuse and neglect.

  4. Identify patients at increased risk for abuse or neglect.

  5. Identify and utilize appropriate nursing diagnoses and interventions for child abuse and neglect.

  6. Identify and utilize best practices when responding to cases of child abuse.

  7. Define a mandated reporter and his/her responsibilities.


Course description

Child abuse and neglect can be an exceptionally tricky subject for many people. As nurses, we have to recognize and understand how we should act as patient advocates for our pediatric patients, especially when there are signs and symptoms of child abuse and neglect. This course will help you understand what child abuse looks like in the real world and what we can do to help them and their families to develop healthier habits and behaviors.


Course content

  • Introduction

  • A Cultural and Historical Overview of Child Abuse

  • The Scope and Statistics

  • Signs and Symptoms of Child Maltreatment and Neglect

  • Child Abuse Characteristics

  • Causes and Risk Factors

  • Consequences of Maltreatment

  • The Ethical Implications of Child Abuse and Nurses

  • Children’s Rights

  • Child Abuse and the COVID-19 Pandemic

  • Determining Child Maltreatment and Reporting

  • Nurses’ Role in Dealing with Child Abuse and Neglect

  • Nursing Diagnoses for Child Abuse and Neglect

  • Case Studies

  • Munchausen-by-proxy: A Unique Case of Abuse

  • Prevention

  • Conclusion

  • Post-Test

  • References


Course details

CE Broker ID20-891337
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring

Explore more continuing education topics


Instructor

avatar
Patricia DunnDNP, APRN, FNP-BC

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.


Ideal CE course for these professions

This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit


Accreditations

Nursing accreditation badge

AchieveCE is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

  • Arkansas State Board of Nursing

  • California Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing

  • District of Columbia Board of Nursing Assistive Personnel

  • Florida Board of Nursing

  • Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants

  • Florida Board of Nursing Home Administrators

  • Georgia Board of Nursing

  • Kansas State Board of Nursing

  • Kentucky Board of Nursing

  • Michigan Board of Nursing

  • Mississippi Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Board of Nursing

  • New Mexico Certified Nurse Midwives and Licensed Midwives

  • North Dakota Board of Nursing

  • South Carolina Board of Nursing

  • West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses

  • Wyoming Board of Nursing


Frequently asked questions

How many CE credits does this course provide?

This course, "Child Abuse and Neglect: How Nurses Can Advocate for Pediatric Patients", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.

Is this course accredited?

Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.

Which professions is this course approved for?

This course is especially relevant for: Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Certified Nursing Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.

How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?

Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.

Will I receive a certificate of completion?

Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.

What is your refund policy?

We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.

How long do I have to complete this course?

You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.


Most helpful reviews

From licensed professionals who completed this course.

Read all reviews
  • Verified review
    Very informative, great presentation
    Tanja E.
  • Verified review
    good information for all nurses
    Veronica H.
  • Verified review
    Course was informative and helpful.
    Christine G.
  • Verified review
    Provided updated information
    Linda C.

Buy with confidence with money back guarantees

30 Day Satisfaction Money Back Guarantee

This course is guaranteed to meet or exceed your expectations for convenience and quality. View Terms

License Renewal Money Back Guarantee

Includes all state CE requirements and hours needed for your license renewal. View Terms


Requirements & disclosures

Financial Disclosures

This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:

  • Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC -Content Expert, Faculty and Nurse Planner

  • Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner

  • Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer

  • Luke Porter – Content Reviewer

  • Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher

Requirements for Credit

To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.

Hardware Requirements

Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+

Software Requirements

Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Network Requirements

Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection


AchieveCEPlans

Save 70% or more with a membership

My cart