Primary care is often the first point of access for support of so many conditions and concerns. Our latest module in this series continues to bring you a well-rounded collection of recent articles to expand your knowledge. From tooth decay and trisomy 21 to gastrointestinal issues that need emergency surgery, use this curated learning activity to broaden your awareness and elevate your care. Content related to infants, young athletes, sexual assault, and gender-diverse populations is also included.

Explore all topics below:

• Recognize appropriate health supervision needs of children with trisomy 21 based on recent guideline updates.
• Explain the multiple uses of fluoride in preventing tooth decay.
• Summarize the revised guidelines about hyperbilirubinemia in newborns and sleep-related infant deaths.
• Discuss infectious diseases as they relate to breastmilk transmission and the development of fever in infants.
• Evaluate gastrointestinal conditions in children that are a surgical emergency.
• Describe the management of children who are victims of sexual abuse.
• Define the unique care needs of transgender and gender-diverse children.
• Identify conditions that affect the young athlete and sports participation, including overuse injury, concussion, and COVID-19.

For APRNs, RNs, or those familiar with Primary Care scope of practice. View Content Outline

• 7.5 NAPNAP CE contact hours of which 1.5 contains pharmacology (Rx) content, (0 related to psychopharmacology) (0 related to controlled substances).
• Answers are due 150 days from order process date.
• 39 questions.
• What references are included?
  • 12 online PDF articles or web resources (included/provided) to support answering all 39 questions.

Sample Question

Q. Which of the following laboratory results is MOST predictive for a serious bacterial illness in an infant presenting with fever?

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A. bands 3%
B. C-reactive protein (CRP) 10 mg/L
C. procalcitonin (PCT) 1.5 ng/mL
D. WBC 13,000 /mm³