FCL 417 - Pediatric Diagnoses and Medical Terminology

Description:
Understanding of common pediatric diseases and diagnoses, medical terminology, childhood hospitalization, corrective pediatric care, hospital technology, and medical documentation relevant to work as a child life specialist. Formerly FS 417, students may not receive credit for both. FCL 417 and FCL 517 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year (Winter).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: FCL 232 and admittance to a family and child life major or minor.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe common childhood diseases, disorders, and treatment protocols using medical terminology.
Identify childhood diseases and disorders and the impact they have on children and their families
Interpret and draft hospital documentation.
Prepare step-by-step coping plans to support children and families with common childhood diseases.
Synthesize current research related to child life and childhood diseases and summarize how it informs child life practice.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/19/2019

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: Ellensburg