| Medication Administration |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Unit Dose |
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| Calculation of Pediatric Dosages |
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| Administration of: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Oral Meds |
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| IM Meds |
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| IV Push Meds |
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| IV Drip Meds |
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| Subcutaneous Meds |
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| Aerosol Therapy |
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| Immunizations |
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| Isolation Techniques and Precautions |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Universal Precautions |
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| Familiarity with Isolation Techniques and Procedures |
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| Endocrine System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Interpret Normal Electrolyte Value |
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| Care of Infant/Child with Diabetes Mellitus |
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| Care of Infant/Child with Diabetes Acidosis |
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| Infusion of Insulin Drip |
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| Parent/Child Teaching |
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| Perform and Interpret Blood Glucose Levels Via: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Dextrostix |
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| Chemstrip |
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| Glucometer |
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| IV Therapy |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Mixing IV's |
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| Regulating IV's |
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| Assessmentt of Patency/Site |
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| Discontinuing Peripheral IV's |
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| Discontinuing Subclavian IV's |
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| Heparin Locks |
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| Hickman Line Care/Broviac Line Care |
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| Subclavian Line Care |
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| Use of Triple Lumen Catheters |
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| Blood & Blood Product Transfusion |
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| Intralipid Infusion |
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| Infusion Pump |
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| Starting IV's |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Scalp Viens |
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| Angiocath Insertion |
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| IV Hyperalimentation |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Central |
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| Peripheral |
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| Dressing |
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| Cardiovascular System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Apnea Monitor |
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| Cardiac Monitor |
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| CPR on Infant |
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| CPR on Child |
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| Preparation of Emergency Drugs |
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| Interpretation of EKG Rhythm Strips |
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| Care of Infant/Child Undergoing Cardiac Surgery |
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| Interpretation of Normal HCT Values |
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| Assistance with Exchange Transfusion |
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| Parent/Child Teaching for Congenital Heart Disease |
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| Care of Child/Infant with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| PDA Ligation |
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| Cyanotic Heart Disease |
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| Acyanotic Heart Disease |
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| Congestive Heart Failure |
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| Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation (DIC) |
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| Assessment of: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Pulses |
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| Perfusion |
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| Heart Sounds |
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| Blood Pressure |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Use of Doppler |
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| Use of Palpation |
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| Non-Invasive Machine (Dynamap) |
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| Administration of Cardiac Drugs |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Oral |
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| IM |
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| IV |
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| Respiratory System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Assessment of Breath Sounds |
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| Chest Physiotherapy (CPT) |
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| Oral/Pharyngeal or Nasal/Pharyngeal Suctioning |
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| Tracheostomy Care and Suctioning |
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| Calculation and Administration of Buffer Solution |
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| Ventilation with Ambu Bag |
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| Obtaining Blood Gases/Lab Tests |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Heel Stick (Capillary) |
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| Peripheral Artery Line |
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| Interpretation of Blood Gases |
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| Care of Infant/Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS) |
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| Bronco-Pulmonary Dysphasia (BPD) |
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| Croup |
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| Epiglottitis |
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| Asthma |
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| Cystic Fibrosis |
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| Pneumonia |
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| Near-Drowning |
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| Apnea |
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| Complications of AIDS |
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| Chest Tube |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Assisting with Insertion and Set-up |
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| Maintenance Care |
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| Use of Respiratory Assistance Equipment |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Oxyhood, Nasal Cannula |
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| O2 Analyzer |
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| Croup Tent |
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| Oximeter |
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| Parent/Child Teaching for Respiratory Problems |
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| Neurological System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Measurement of Head Circumference |
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| Assisting with Lumbar Puncture |
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| Parent/Child Teaching |
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| Assessment of: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Level of Consciousness |
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| Fontanels |
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| Pupil Size and Response |
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| Care of Infant/Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Seizures |
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| Reye's Syndrome |
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| Meningitis |
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| V-P Shunt |
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| Hydrocephalus |
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| Spina Bifida |
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| Epilepsy |
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| Administration of Anticonvulsive Medications |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| PO/IM |
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| IV |
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| Maintaining a Neutral Thermal Environment |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Hyper/Hypothermia Blanket |
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| Use of Isolette |
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| Genitourinary System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Peritoneal Dialysis |
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| Insertion and Care of Foley Catheter |
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| S and A Testing |
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| Assisting with Suprapubic Tap |
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| Care of Infant/Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Ilial Conduit |
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| Wilm's Tumor |
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| Disorders of External Organs |
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| Test and Interpret Urine Specific Gravity, PH, Glucose |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Use of Glucometer |
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| Gastrointestinal System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Stool Test (PH and Blood) |
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| Nasogastric and Sump Tubes |
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| Intermittent and Continuous Suctioning |
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| Gastrostomy Tube |
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| Colostomy/Ileostomy Care |
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| Phototherapy Treatment |
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| Calcualtion of Caloric Intake |
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| Calculation and Measurement of Dehydration |
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| Weight on Digital Scales |
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| Parent/Child Teaching |
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| Assessment of GI Status |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Measurement of Abdominal Girth |
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| Assessment of Bowel Sounds |
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| Gavage Feeding |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Nasogastric |
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| Nasojejunal |
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| Care of Infant/Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Gastroschisis/Omphalocele |
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| Tracheoesophageal Fistula (TEF) |
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| Necrotizing Enterocolitis |
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| Crohn's Disease |
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| Orthopedic System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Assist with Devised Traction (Splints, Braces, Casts) |
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| Circulation Checks for Neurovascular Assessment |
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| Use of Circo-Electric Bed |
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| Care of Child in Stryker Frame |
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| Parent/Child Teaching |
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| Care of Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Post-Harrington Rod Insertion |
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| Osteomyelitis |
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| Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis |
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| Fractures |
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| Hematologic System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Administration of Factor VIII Infusions |
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| Care of Child Post Bone-Marrow Transplant |
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| Assist with Bone Marrow Aspiration |
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| Administration of Chemotherapy |
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| Care of Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Leukemia |
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| Anemia |
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| Sickle Cell Anemia |
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| Hemophilia |
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| Integumentary System |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Prevention of Impaired Skin Integrity |
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| Immobility, Decreased, Perfusion |
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| Use of Specialty Beds (Flexi-Care and Clinitron) |
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| Assessment of Wound Healing |
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| Sterile Dressing Change |
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| Care of Burned Infant/Child |
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| Assessment of Rashes |
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| Assessment of Color Change of Skin |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Jaundice |
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| Cyanosis |
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| Mottling |
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| Petechiae |
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| Collection of Culture Specimens |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Nasopharyngeal |
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| Urine |
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| Stool |
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| Other - Care of Child with: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Child Abuse |
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| Failure to Thrive |
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| Cleft Lip and/or Palate |
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| Cancer |
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| Eating Disorders |
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| Post Tonsillectomy |
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| Dying Infant/Child |
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| Pain Management |
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| Care of Child with Developmental Delay |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Cognitive |
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| Motor |
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| Ages of Patients Cared for: |
Not Performed |
Minimal Experience |
Proficient |
| Infants and Toddlers - Ages 0-3 Years |
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| Young Children - Ages 4-6 Years |
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| Older Children - Ages 7-12 Years |
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| Adolescents Ages 13-20 Years |
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| Young Adults - Ages 21-39 Years |
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| Middle Adults - Ages 40-64 Years |
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| Older Adults - Ages 65-79 Years |
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| Adults - Ages 80 Years + |
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