Congenital Heart Defects

As the neonatal nurse practitioner (NNP) responsible for the well being of the tiniest patients, it is essential that you have a sound knowledge of congeital heart defects (CHD). 

The objective of this webquest is to enhance you knowledge of:

• fetal circulation
• transition to newborn circulation
• congenital heart defects
• pathophysiology behind cyantoic and acayontic lesions
• common risk factors associated with the development of CHD
• diagnosis and treatment of CHD

At the end of the webquest, you will be asked to complete a quiz to test your knowledge of CHD.

So, without further delay, let's begin our journey into congenital heart disease/defects...