MANA Core Competencies

Neonatal Care

1. Anatomy, physiology and support of the newborn's adjustment during the first days and weeks of life. BIOL 100, 202, HLTH 132, MDWF 246
2. Parameters and methods for evaluating newborn wellness including relevant historical data and gestational aged. BIOL 306, 406, MDWF 246, 247, 342
3. Parameters and methods for evaluating newborn. BIOL 306, 406, MDWF 246
4. Community standards and state laws regarding indications for, administration of, and the risks and benefits of, prophylactic allopathic treatments and screening tests commonly used during the neonatal period. BIOL 306, 406, HLTH 336, MDWF 246
5. Causes of, assessment of, appropriate treatment and emergency measures for, neonatal problems and abnormalities. BIOL 406, HLTH 336, MDWF 246, 247, 345