Currents

Pediatric Currents: Quenching the Thirst: Overcoming Challenges & Developing Effective Approaches for Encouraging Hydration

Publication Date: 09 May 2024

Continuing Education Credits: Nurse Contact 1.0 CE; Dietitian 1.0 CPEU

Course Description

In this article, Deborah Steward, PhD, RN, will discuss pediatric hypohydration and its occurrence in the United States; identify barriers that may impede the ability to maintain proper hydration; and review strategies to promote hydration in children.

Course Objectives:
  • Discuss pediatric hypohydration and its occurrence in the United States.
  • Identify barriers that may impede the ability to maintain proper hydration.
  • Review strategies to promote hydration in children.

Performance Indicators: 4.2.7, 8.1.5, 12.2.1

Activity Code: 183290

Course Instructor Bio(s)

Deborah Steward, PhD, RN

Associate Professor Emeritus 
The Ohio State University, College of Nursing 
Columbus, OH, USA

Dr Deb Steward is an Associate Professor Emeritus from The Ohio State University College of Nursing. Her nursing career spans 45 years and has been focused primarily on the neonatal population. She is an accomplished educator and author with a passion for caring for pediatric and neonatal patients as well as mentoring new nurses and nursing students.

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CE CPEU Pediatric General Nutrition

Abbott Nutrition’s Provider Statement for Nursing CEs:

Abbott Nutrition Health Institute is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing Provider #CEP 11213.

Abbott Nutrition’s Statement for Dietitian CPEUs:

This educational activity has been prior-approved by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR). CDR credentialed practitioners will receive the specified continuing professional education units (CPEUs) for completion of this program/material.