NECU holds State E-seminar on pediatric and neonatal care

DIMAPUR: North East Christian University (NECU) organised a one-day State E-Seminar on the theme, “Elevating Pediatric Care: Advancing Clinical Excellence, Emergency Response, Safety, Ethics and Compassion in Pediatric and Neonatal Care,” on October 29.
According to a press release, the seminar focused on enhancing knowledge and strengthening the role of nurses in the early recognition, prevention and management of paediatric emergencies.
The first session was delivered by Assistant Professor, Child Health Nursing, Sikkim Manipal University, Sorokhaibam Nandarani Devi, on “Pediatric Medication Safety & Math.” She highlighted the importance of accurate drug measurements, dosage calculations and conversion techniques. She also discussed common medication errors among children and strategies for ensuring safe medication administration. Nandarani further led a session on “Managing Pediatric Emergencies (Rapid Response).”
The second session was conducted by Consultant Pediatrician and Neonatologist, Zion Hospital & Research Centre, Dimapur, Dr. Akumtoshi, on “Advanced Pediatric Assessment & PEWS.” He explained various methods of assessing paediatric patients in clinical settings, emphasising the early identification of health deterioration and timely intervention.
Another session on “Neonatal Care Updates” was presented by Prof. Elizabeth Leena of the Indian Academy College of Nursing, Bengaluru. Principal, GNM, NECU, Dr. Athuo Saziini, delivered sessions on “Communicating with the Pre-Verbal and Frightened Child” and “Legal and Ethical Responsibilities in Child Advocacy.”