Intended Audience: All neonatal nurses

NCC Category Codes: NIC2; NNP2

Objectives: Upon completion, learners will be able to:

Describe the pathophysiology of neonatal seizures.
Identify the signs and symptoms of neonatal seizures.
Discuss the diagnosis of neonatal seizures.
Outline the treatment of neonatal seizures.

Purpose of this CE Activity:

The purpose of this article is to provide relevant background and practical guidance for providers in identifying and managing infants
presenting with neonatal seizures, with the goal of elevating the nursing knowledge base and thus improving care and optimizing outcomes for
these patients.

Requirements for Completion: The following requirements are necessary for successful completion of this CNE activity.

Access to a computer with an Internet connection
Pass the posttest with a score of 80%
Complete and submit the evaluation for this CNE activity

Accreditation
Provider, Academy of Neonatal Nursing, approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 6261; and Florida Board of Nursing, Provider #FBN 3218, content code 2505.

The Academy of Neonatal Nursing is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Release Date: November/December 2021
Expiration Date: December 31, 2024

Disclosures:

This CNE activity has been reviewed by the Lead Nurse Planner. It has been determined that the material presented here shows no bias.
The content of this CNE activity has been developed by the planning committee and has been reviewed by the Lead Nurse Planner.

Disclaimer: The Academy of Neonatal Nursing assumes no responsibility or liability for the content presented. Care of the infant should always be individualized and no one source relied upon for information regarding aspects of care. Accredited status does not imply endorsement by ANN, ANA, or the American Nurses Credentialing Center of any commercial products displayed or discussed in conjunction with an educational activity.

Angela Rebholz BSN, RNC-LRN

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