Pulse oximetry is a noninvasive method allowing the monitoring of patient’s oxygen saturation. Indications Equipment Needed Sites for…

Mechanical ventilation can be defined as the technique through which gas is moved toward and from the lung through an external device…

Manual removal of foreign body from the airway refers to the physical extraction of an object that is obstructing the respiratory…

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in pediatrics is a life-saving intervention tailored to the unique anatomy and physiology of infants and…

Enterostomy care in pediatrics involves managing a surgically created opening (stoma) from the intestine to the abdominal wall, allowing stool…

Ureterostomy is a surgical procedure in which the urine bypasses the bladder and exits the body through a surgically created opening (stoma)…

In pediatrics, a suppository is a solid, cone- or bullet-shaped medication designed to be inserted into the rectum, where it melts at body…

Double diapering is a method used to protect the urethra and stent or catheter after surgery where the inner diaper contains stool and the…

Colonic irrigation in pediatrics—also known as rectal irrigation—is a therapeutic procedure used to cleanse the colon by introducing fluid…

Enema in pediatrics involves introducing fluid into a child’s rectum to stimulate bowel movement, relieve constipation, or prepare for…

A suprapubic catheterization is basically an indwelling catheter that is placed directly through the abdomen. The catheter is inserted above…

A colostomy consists of an artificial opening created in the large intestine and brought to the surface of the abdomen for the purpose of…

Urinary catheterization is the insertion of the catheter through the urethra into the bladder for withdrawal of urine. Indications Short-term…

Vaccine administration is the process of delivering a vaccine into the body to stimulate the immune system and provide protection against…

Topical applications in pediatrics refer to medications or treatments applied directly to the skin to treat localized conditions without…

Nasal drop instillation in pediatrics is the process of administering liquid medication into a child’s nasal cavity, drop by drop, to treat…

Ear drop instillation in pediatrics is the process of administering liquid medication directly into a child’s external auditory canal to treat…

Eye medication instillation in pediatrics is the process of administering prescribed eye drops or ointments into a child’s eye to treat…

Apnea monitoring in pediatrics involves the continuous observation of a child’s breathing and heart rate to detect episodes of apnea—defined…

Pediatric admission procedures are designed to ensure a safe, child-friendly, and family-centered transition into hospital care—balancing…

Vital signs or cardinal signs are the important signs that indicate the status of the body’s vital function. Temperature, pulse,…

Anthropometric measurements refers to study of measurement of human part, such as height weight, head circumference, chest circumference and…

Abdominal girth is the circumferential measurement of the abdomen at a specific anatomical point, typically at the level of the umbilicus,…

Physical examination is a thorough inspection or a detailed study of the entire body or some part of the body to determine the general…

Developmental assessment is the process of evaluating a child’s growth and progress across key domains to ensure they are meeting…

A neurological examination in pediatrics is a structured assessment of a child’s nervous system function, tailored to their developmental…

Collection of blood samples in pediatrics is a delicate procedure that requires age-appropriate techniques, emotional support, and precision…

Arterial puncture in pediatrics is an invasive procedure used to obtain arterial blood samples, most commonly for arterial blood gas (ABG)…