This Simulated Patient Encounter maps to Scenario PED 14 – Carolina Samolis – Pneumonia Cerebral Palsy Seizures Otitis Media – Preschooler – Gastrostomy Tube Management on the Elsevier Evolve Platform

Carolina Samolis is a 4-year-old Hispanic female with severe cerebral palsy, seizures, a tracheostomy, and a G-tube. She was admitted with a fever, pneumonia, and otitis media. Upon admission, the gastrostomy site was leaking and the skin was very irritated. During this scenario, learners must manage the care of a pediatric patient with a G-tube.

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Learning Objectives

‘- Conduct appropriate assessments
– Recognize abnormal findings and respond with needed interventions
– Educate patient’s mother on correct care and management
– Document all findings, interventions, and patient’s responses