Pre-Post termers
Weak reflexes can be seen in these
What are pre-term deliveries
Abnormal assessment in newborns because sweat glands are immature, indicating hypoglycemia.
What is diaphoresis
Preschoolers are particularly concerned with this
What is fear of pain and body invasion
RICE stands for...
Rest, ice, compression and elevation
RDS (Respiratory distress syndrome) is caused by this
What is a decrease in the amount of surfactant (common in preterm newborns). Threat of preterm deliveries?....mother may be given betamethasone (prior to 34 weeks).
Leathery, peeling skin and macrosomia are seen in these
What are post-term deliveries
A condition of obstruction within the ventricles of the brain or an inadequate absorption of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?
What is hydrocephalus
This fear peaks between 7 months to 2 years of age
What is known as separation anxiety
Signs of hip dysplasia include these
Wet lung or transient tachypnea of the newborn (TTN) is caused by this
Residual amniotic fluid remaining in the newborn's lungs. Usually resolves within 3 days.
Macrosomic newborns are particularly at risk for this condition (associated with mothers who have diabetes)
What is hypoglycemia
A critical level/amount of bilirubin causing buildup in the brain and possible damage
What is called kernicterus. Remember that the worry with jaundice is irreversible brain damage.
The appropriate site for giving an infant/toddler an IM injection
What is the vastus lateralis muscle (thigh)
A first-line or conservative treatment for hip dysplasia often includes this therapy
What is a Pavlik harness
Cause of cystic fibrosis
Often used when a there is concern for pre-term delivery. Helps with surfactant production
What are ante-natal steroids/betamethasone. Pulse oximetry is used on the neonate to measure effectiveness.
Hourly assessments are done if the patient has this
What is an IV (intravenous) site
Involvement with these is often necessary when doing procedures on infants/young children
What is parental assistance
The 5 P's in neurovascular assessments include these
What is pain, pallor, pulse, paresthesia, and paralysis
Cystic fibrosis will cause the need for this lifelong
What are pancreatic enzymes
Increased lanugo, small flat breast buds, and thin, shiny skin are seen in these
Apgar scores in this range indicate the need for resuscitation interventions
What is 0-3
Amount of time recommended (days ahead) to prepare a child for a hospitalization/surgery?
# years old=days ahead (approximately)
Under 3 years: A day or two before
3-5 years: 3-5 days ahead
6-10 years: A week ahead
11-16 years: 2 weeks ahead
Traction is used for the following reasons:
Realignment of bones
Reduction of muscle spasms
Relieve pressure on nerves
Immobilize/stabilize area while healing occurs
Cystic fibrosis can cause this condition in the gut/GI system of the newborn
What is known as a meconium ileus. It is a bowel obstruction that occurs when the meconium blocks a part of the small intestine called the ileum. Meconium ileus can also be seen in congenital Hirschsprung's disease.