Pediatric Care
What does the word “pediatric” refer to?
Children's health and medical care
Which organ filters waste from the blood and produces urine?
The kidneys
At what age range do babies commonly begin to take their first independent steps?
Around 12 months
What does the abbreviation “HR” stand for when recording vital signs?
Heart rate.
What instrument does a healthcare professional commonly use to listen to the heart and lungs?
Stethoscope
What is the name of the healthcare professional who specializes in caring for infants, children, and adolescents?
Pediatrician
Which blood vessels carry oxygen-rich blood from the lungs back to the heart?
Which type of play involves children pretending to be a doctor, parent, teacher, or superhero?
Pretend play also called imaginative or symbolic play
What does NPO mean?
Nothing by mouth
What does the abbreviation “NICU” stand for?
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
What is the name of the hospital professional who helps children cope with medical procedures through play, preparation, and emotional support?
Child life specialist
What is the primary function of hemoglobin in red blood cells?
Hemoglobin transports oxygen
What term describes the development of skills such as talking, problem-solving, and understanding?
Cognitive Development
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
What vitamin is essential for calcium absorption and bone health?
Vitamin D
What condition causes recurrent airway inflammation and wheezing?
Asthma
What hormone lowers blood glucose levels?
Insulin
A toddler becomes distressed when their caregiver leaves the hospital room. What developmental concept helps explain this reaction?
Separation anxiety
A child has a temperature of 39°C. Convert this temperature to Fahrenheit approximately.
Approximately 102.2°F.
What is the medical term for an abnormally high body temperature associated with fever?
Hyperthermia
What condition occurs when a child's blood glucose is too high because the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot use it effectively?
Diabetes
What part of the brain helps coordinate balance and movement?
The cerebellum.
What type of motor skill involves small movements such as picking up a bead?
Fine motor skill
A child develops hives, facial swelling, and difficulty breathing shortly after eating peanuts. What life-threatening reaction should you suspect?
Anaphylaxis
What condition involves dangerously low blood glucose?
Hypoglycemia