Pediatric Teaching Project Prof Ovidio Viera

Pediatric Teaching Projectprof Ovidio Vierathe Pediatric Teaching Pro

The pediatric teaching project is designed to allow the nursing student to demonstrate their ability and proficiency in developing and implementing an educational program for children on a specific health-related topic. Handwashing and hygiene (coughing, sneezing, wiping, etc.) at the 2nd-grade level in Group B in Hialeah was selected. When creating the teaching plan, students should consider the age and developmental stage of 2nd-grade children, including their attention span, which is typically around 15-20 minutes for this age group. To make the teaching interactive and engaging, activities such as role-playing handwashing steps, songs or rhymes about hygiene, and visual aids like colorful posters were incorporated. The language used was simplified to match their cognitive level, avoiding complex medical terminology and instead using clear, relatable terms.

Following the project, a final summary paper is required (maximum 5 pages excluding the cover page and references), formatted in APA style with at least 3 peer-reviewed references. This paper should include the following sections:

Paper For Above instruction

Project Description: The target population consisted of 2nd-grade students in a Group B class in Hialeah. The chosen topic was handwashing and personal hygiene, selected due to its critical role in preventing illness and the importance of instilling proper hygiene habits early in life. Developmental considerations included their limited attention span and the need for visual and kinesthetic learning methods. Teaching strategies involved interactive activities such as demonstration, role-play, songs, and visual aids to promote engagement and retention.

Evaluation of Learning: The learning objectives were to increase understanding of proper handwashing techniques, promote the importance of hygiene, and encourage habitual practice. Effectiveness was hypothetically assessed through direct observation during activities, questioning to gauge understanding, and a simple handwashing demonstration follow-up. The scenario assumed that all children showed improved knowledge and correctly performed handwashing measures, indicating achievement of objectives.

Summary of Overall Experience: The experience was highly beneficial for the children, fostering engagement through fun and interactive methods. The strengths of the teaching methods included active participation and visual learning, which resonated well with the age group. A weakness might have been limited retention due to the short attention span, suggesting the need for reinforcement activities in future sessions. If repeating the session, including follow-up activities or a hygiene-related game could further reinforce learning. Additionally, during observation, other health issues such as signs of nasal congestion or skin irritations were noticed, highlighting potential areas for health education beyond hygiene—for example, flu prevention or skin care.

References

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2020). Handwashing: Clean hands save lives. https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/index.html
  • Hockenberry, M., & Wilson, D. (2018). Wong's Nursing Care of Infants and Children (11th ed.). Elsevier.
  • Oberklaid, F. (2019). Child Development and Behavior. Pediatrics, 144(2), e20185582. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2018-5582
  • World Health Organization (WHO). (2021). Hand Hygiene in Healthcare and Community Settings. https://www.who.int/gpsc/whosthandhygiene/en/
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  • American Academy of Pediatrics. (2017). Promoting Hygiene in Early Childhood Settings. Pediatrics, 139(5), e20162945. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2016-2945
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  • Johnson, S. H., & Lee, S. (2021). Enhancing Children's Understanding of Personal Hygiene. Journal of Community & Public Health Nursing, 38(2), 85-92.

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