Pediatric Nurse: history and fun facts
Everything a curious kid might want to know about this job.
Did you know?
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Some pediatric nurses let a teddy bear have its heartbeat checked first, so the child can watch and feel brave.
Through history
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Long ago
Long ago, people began to notice that children are not just small adults. Caring for kids became its own special kind of care.
A day in the job
- Morning HellosThe nurse smiles, says hello, and kneels down to meet each child at eye level. Then they start a little game to help everyone feel at home.
Words to know
- Growth
- Growth means getting bigger and stronger over time. Pediatric nurses measure height to see how much you have grown.
Quiz time
Pediatric nurses care only for grown-ups.