Biological basis of child health 6: development of the skeletal system and orthopaedic conditions
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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.
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to enhance your knowledge of the development of the skeletal system before and after birth
to understand the causes and management of various common orthopaedic conditions that infants and children may present with
to count towards revalidation as part of your 35 hours of CPD, or you may wish to write a reflective account (UK readers)
to contribute towards your professional development and local registration renewal requirements (non-UK readers).
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