Section: Module 4: Lesson 2- Heart Assessment Part 2: Infants and Children | Health Assessment Course Resource | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Objectives:

    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:

    • Explain the changes that occur in circulation at birth and the need to repeat the cardiac assessment after 48 hours.
    • Differentiate between normal and abnormal assessment findings with respect to the heart rate and skin color.
    • Explain the importance of early identification of Rheumatic Fever in early childhood.
     
    Required Learning Resources and Activities