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Description
This article has been approved by the National Association for Neonatal Nurses Certification Board for Category B credit toward recertification as an NNP.Purpose of Activity
To provide information about the nursing care of an infant with a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Summarize the treatment of infants with hydrocephalus (HC) using VP shunts.
- Outline the nursing care of the infant after shunt placement, prevention of complications, and parental preparation for home care.
Disclosures
The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$17.95
Credits:
- ANCC 1.5 CH
- DC - BON 1.5 CH
- KY-BON 1.5 CH
- GA - BON 1.5 CH
Lippincott Professional Development is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.
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Test Code: ANC1217
Published: Dec 2017
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources:
Advances in Neonatal Care
Required Passing Score: 16/18 (88%)
Specialties:
Neonatal