CDFS 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 FCL/FS 417, students may not receive credit for both. CDFS 417 and CDFS 517 are layered courses; students may not receive credit for both.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: CDFS 232 and admittance to a Child Development and Family Science 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:
1/6/2022

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: EllensburgSummer Locations: Online