This session provides an overview of the pathophysiology and epidemiology of kidney stones among the pediatric population, the evaluation and treatment of pediatric patients with kidney stones, and specialty populations who are at greater risk for stone formation. A multidisciplinary approach to management and the considerations for transition into adult care will be presented.

Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:

Contact hours available until 10/13/2027.

Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.

Disclosure of relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (planners, faculty/speakers, reviewers):

Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no disclosures to declare.

Speaker Disclosures:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.

Commercial Support:
No commercial support declared.

Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.

SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.

Learning Outcome:
After completing this learning activity, the participant will report an increased understanding of differences in pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of pediatric stone patients compared to adults, the benefits to a multidisciplinary approach, and special considerations for medically complex patients.

Lauren Schutz

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