Here are **short, precise, and accurate definitions** for all the topics you listed, aligned with

**Child
Health Nursing / Nursing Management / BSc Nursing syllabus**.

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# ** Pediatric Nursing – Short Definitions**

### **Assessment of newborn**

A systematic and comprehensive examination of a newborn immediately after birth to determine physical
well-being, detect abnormalities, and assess adaptation to extra-uterine life.

### **Care of preterm/LBW newborn**

Specialized nursing care provided to infants born before 37 weeks or weighing less than 2500 g to
maintain temperature, nutrition, infection control, and physiological stability.

### **Kangaroo care**

Skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn to maintain warmth, promote bonding, breastfeeding,
and physiological stability.

### **Neonatal resuscitation**

Immediate steps taken at birth to establish and maintain breathing and circulation in a newborn who fails
to initiate respiration.

### **Assisting in neonatal diagnostic procedures**

Providing support and preparation during tests such as blood sampling, imaging, and screenings to ensure
accuracy and safety of the newborn.

### **Feeding of high-risk newborn – EBM (spoon/paladai)**

Providing expressed breast milk to vulnerable newborns using spoon or paladai when they cannot suck
effectively.

### **Insertion/removal/feeding – naso/oro-gastric tube**

Placement or removal of a tube through the nose or mouth into the stomach to provide nutrition or gastric
decompression.

### **Administration of medication – oral/parenteral**

Providing prescribed drugs to newborns either by mouth or by injection following strict dosage and safety
protocols.

### **Neonatal drug calculation**

Accurate computation of drug dosages for newborns based on weight, gestational age, and clinical
condition.

### **Assisting in exchange transfusion**

Supporting the medical procedure where newborn’s blood is replaced with donor blood to treat severe
jaundice or blood disorders.

### **Organizing different levels of neonatal care**

Arranging and managing Level I, II, and III newborn care facilities according to equipment, staffing, and
infant needs.

### **Care of a child on ventilator/CPAP**

Monitoring and supporting a child receiving mechanical ventilation or continuous positive airway pressure
for respiratory support.

### **Endotracheal suction**

Removal of secretions from an ET tube to maintain airway patency and adequate ventilation.

### **Chest physiotherapy**

Techniques like percussion and positioning to mobilize airway secretions and improve lung expansion in
children.
### **Administration of fluids with infusion pumps**

Delivering IV fluids accurately using electronic pumps to maintain controlled flow rates in children.

### **Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN)**

Providing complete nutrition intravenously when enteral feeding is not possible.

### **Recording & reporting**

Systematic documentation and communication of child care activities and observations to ensure continuity
and safety.
### **Administration of suppositories**

Inserting medication into the rectum for systemic or local action in children.

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# **Pediatric Ostomy & Feeding Care**

### **Colostomy irrigation**

Flushing the colostomy with fluid to regulate bowel emptying.

### **Ureterostomy**
Care of a stoma that diverts urine from the ureters to an abdominal opening.

### **Gastrostomy**

Care of a surgically created opening on the abdomen for feeding directly into the stomach.

### **Enterostomy**

Care of an artificial opening into the intestine for drainage or feeding.

### **Urinary catheterization & drainage**

Insertion of a catheter into the bladder to drain urine under sterile conditions.

### **Feeding**

#### **Nasogastric feeding**

Providing nutrition via a tube inserted through the nose into the stomach.

#### **Gastrostomy feeding**

Administering feed through the gastrostomy opening into the stomach.

#### **Jejunostomy feeding**

Delivering nutrition directly into the jejunum through a surgically created opening.

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# **Wound Care**

### **Care of surgical wounds**

Maintaining cleanliness, preventing infection, and promoting healing of surgically created wounds.

### **Dressing**
Application of sterile covering to protect wounds and absorb drainage.

### **Suture removal**

Taking out stitches after wound healing according to aseptic principles.

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# **Pediatric OPD & Immunization**

### **Pediatric OPD/Immunization room**

An outpatient area where children receive routine check-ups, growth monitoring, and vaccinations.
### **Growth and developmental assessment**

**Infant** – Evaluation of physical growth and milestone achievement from birth–1 year.

**Toddler** – Assessment of growth and behavior for ages 1–3 years.

**Preschooler** – Monitoring development in ages 3–6 years.

**Schooler** – Assessing physical, cognitive, and social development in ages 6–12 years.

**Adolescent** – Evaluating puberty changes, emotional and social growth in ages 12–18 years.

### **Administration of vaccination**

Giving vaccines according to the immunization schedule to prevent childhood diseases.

### **Health/Nutritional education**

Providing guidance on child nutrition, hygiene, safety, disease prevention, and healthy practices.

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# **Pediatric CPR (PLS)**

### **Neonate/Infant/Toddler/Preschooler/Schooler/Adolescent CPR**

Age-appropriate techniques to restore breathing and circulation during cardiac arrest in children from birth
to 18 years.

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# **Medication & Fluid Administration**

### **Medication/fluids calculation, preparation, administration**

Accurate computation, safe preparation, and correct delivery of drugs and fluids to children.

### **Oral**

Administration of medication through the mouth.

### **IM**
Injecting medication into a muscle.

### **IV**

Delivering medication directly into a vein.

### **Intradermal**

Injection into the dermal layer of skin.

### **Subcutaneous**

Injection into the subcutaneous tissue.

### **Calculation of fluid requirements**

Determining daily fluid needs based on child’s weight, age, and condition.

### **Preparation of different strengths of IV fluids**

Dilution and mixing of IV solutions to required concentrations.

### **Administration of IV fluids**

Delivering fluids into a vein using aseptic technique and controlled flow.
### **Application of restraints**

Using safe methods to limit a child's movement to prevent injury or interference with treatment.

### **Administration of O – inhalation methods**

**Nasal catheter/prongs** – Oxygen delivery through nasal tubes.

**Mask** – Oxygen delivered via face mask.

**Oxygen hood** – Enclosed oxygen environment for infants.

### **Baby bath/sponge bath**

Cleaning a newborn or child to maintain hygiene and comfort.

### **Feeding children by katori & spoon/paladai/cup**

Age-appropriate assisted feeding using traditional utensils.

### **Collection of specimens**

**Urine** – Obtaining urine for diagnostic testing.

**Stool** – Collecting fecal sample for analysis.

**Blood** – Drawing blood for laboratory evaluation.

### **Assisting in diagnostic procedures**

Supporting procedures like lumbar puncture and bone marrow aspiration to ensure safety and comfort.

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# **Health Education for Parents**

### **Prevention & management of malnutrition**

Teaching adequate nutrition, feeding, and early intervention strategies.

### **Prevention & management of diarrhea (ORT)**

Educating on hygiene, early ORS use, and signs requiring medical care.
### **Feeding & complementary feeding**

Guiding appropriate breastfeeding and introduction of solid foods after 6 months.

### **Immunization schedule**

Educating on timing and importance of childhood vaccines.

### **Play therapy**

Using play to promote emotional expression and development in children.

### **Conducting individual & group play sessions**

Organizing therapeutic play tailored to children’s needs.

### **Prevention of accidents**

Educating parents on safety measures to reduce childhood injuries.

### **Bowel wash**

Controlled cleaning of the colon using fluid infusion.

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# **Nursing Management & Education**

### **Organogram (hospital/nursing department)**

A visual chart showing structure, hierarchy, and reporting relationships.

### **Calculation of staffing requirements**

Determining the number of nurses needed based on workload and patient acuity.

### **Job description of nursing officer**

Statement outlining duties, responsibilities, and competencies of a staff nurse.

### **Patient assignment plan**

Distribution of patients among nursing staff based on skills and workload.

### **Duty roster**

A schedule allocating shifts for staff or students.

### **Logbook/MMF preparation**

Documenting usage and maintenance of medical equipment and materials.

### **Inventory control & daily record keeping**

Managing supplies and maintaining accurate records to ensure availability.

### **Records & reports (incident/adverse/audit)**

Systematic documentation of unusual events, adverse reactions, and performance evaluations.

### **Performance appraisal of nursing staff**

Systematic evaluation of a nurse’s job performance.

### **In-service education**

Training provided to nursing staff to update knowledge and skills.

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# **College & Hostel Administration**

### **Organogram of college**

Chart showing structure and hierarchy of academic departments.

### **Job description for tutor**

Document stating roles, responsibilities, and competencies expected of a nursing tutor.

### **Performance appraisal of tutor**

Evaluation of the tutor’s teaching effectiveness and responsibilities.

### **Master plan, timetable & clinical rotation**

Planning academic schedule and allocation of students to clinical areas.

### **Student anecdotes**

Brief recorded observations of significant student behaviors or events.

**Clinical evalua

tion of students**

Assessment of students’ clinical skills and professional behaviors.

### **Planning & conducting OSCE**

Organizing practical objective structured clinical examinations at end of postings.