This course explores the profound impact of hospitalization on children's socioemotional health and the vital role of therapeutic recreation in pediatric settings. Participants will delve into the ways prolonged hospital stays can disrupt physical activity, cognitive growth, and the development of friendships, leading to higher mortality rates and an increased need for antidepressants in adulthood. The course will also highlight the benefits of therapeutic recreation, which aims to enhance children's quality of life, reduce boredom, and improve overall happiness through various modalities. Despite its limitations in increasing peer support, therapeutic recreation remains a crucial component in promoting wellness and restoring function for hospitalized children. By the end of this course, learners will be able to identify the socioemotional effects of hospitalization, describe the use of therapeutic recreation in pediatric hospitals, and summarize its benefits and limitations.
The program content has been reviewed by the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) and is acceptable for recertification points. You may claim 1 NCPD in one of the following ILNA categories: Care Continuum, Psychosocial Dimensions of Care, OR Care of the Pediatric Hem/Onc Patient
The Association for Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This provider is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 14513.None of the planners for this activity have relevant financial relationship(s) to disclose with ineligible companies.Questions or concerns? Contact education@aphon.org.