Heart Broken
Obstruction of blood flow from the LV to the aorta
what is aortic stenosis
indomethacin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen are used to close this
What is a patent ductus arteriosus
maintain pressure at the site after this procedure
what is cardiac catheterization
Hereditary immune-mediated disease cause by ingestion of wheat gluten body mounts an immune response which damages small intestine
what is celiac disease
An infectious process that involves the urethra, bladder, ureters, renal pelvis, renal calyces, and parenchyma
what is a urinary tract infection
holding upright after feedings, thickening feeds and providing smaller frequent meals are good ways to treat this
what is GERD
narrowing of the aorta between the upper body and the lower extremities
What is coarctation of the aorta
prostaglandin E (PGE) is used in order for this to remain open
what is a PDA
when diagnosing a VSD, this test is used to confirm
what is an ECHO
Retrograde flow of gastric contents into esophagus caused by immaturity of the lower esophageal sphincter
what is GERD
Inflammation of the glomeruli in response to a preceding illness requiring antibiotics
what is Acute Post-Infectious Glomerulonephritis
antibiotics for recurring UTIs and surgery only in severe cases, is the treatment of choice for this
what is Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
pulmonary valve or pulmonary artery does not form properly or narrowing in the opening of the pulmonary valve or artery
what is pulmonary atresia/stenosis
Anti-inflammatory meds (high dose aspirin), IVIG, monitor closely for CHF
what is treatment for Kawasaki
when administering digoxin to a patient, the nurse would hold the dose if the patient's heart rate is less than
what is 90 beats per min
Forceful, projectile non bilious vomiting after each feeding with a positive olive sign is indicative of this
what is pyloric stenosis
RBCs are destroyed and block the kidney's ability to filter correctly in this disease process
what is Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS)
sudden relief from pain in a patient with this, could indicate a problem
what is appendicitis
The tricuspid valve is missing or defective
what is tricuspid atresia
Anti-inflammatory meds, antibiotics, and Heart valve repair
what is treatment for rheumatic heart disease
when assessing a patient with a PDA, this is a likely assessment finding
what is a heart murmur
Abnormal twisting of GI tract which can impair blood flow and can lead to gangrene and necrosis, obstruction, perforation, and peritonitis
what is volvulus
when the antibody immunoglobulin A collects in small blood vessels, which then become inflamed and leak blood, frequently following an upper respiratory infection
what is Henoch-Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Diuretics for fluid overload, Antibiotics for suspected infection, Oxygen if in respiratory distress, Corticosteroids, IV albumin infusion, Fluid restriction are all treatments for this
what is nephrotic syndrome
Underdevelopment of the L side of heart, aorta, aortic valve, LV, and mitral valve
what is hypoplastic left heart
balloon dilation and stent placement are possible interventions for this defect
what is coarctation of the aorta
jaundice concentrated dark urine, and pale-colored stools are all expected in a patient with this
what is biliary atresia
the telescoping of the intestines characterized by current jelly stools
what is Intussusception
A congenital anatomical abnormality that allows retrograde flow of urine from the bladder into the ureters and renal collecting system
what is Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR)
Enemas and Surgical removal of the affected section of bowel are how you would treat this disease
what is Hirschsprung’s Disease
this cyanotic heart defect is comprised of 4 defects
what is tetralogy of Fallot
Administer hypertensive meds and Monitor BP closely
what is the treatment for Eisenmenger’s Syndrome
an life-threatening finding in a patient with nephrotic syndrome
what is a pulmonary embolism
a congenital condition that causes blockage of the intestine because of a lack of nerves in the bottom segment of the colon
what is Hirschsprung’s Disease
this syndrome is characterized by massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema, and hyperlipidemia of unknown etiology
what is nephrotic stndrome
Dialysis is the mainstay of treatment along with transplant for this disease
what is chronic kidney disease
A single great artery from both ventricles with an overriding VSD
what is truncus arteriosus
clustering care, providing high-calorie feeds, and placing the patient in a squatting position is ideal for treating this defect
what is tetralogy of Fallot
when caring for a patient with a cleft palate, this intervention would be priority
what is speech therapy consult
when the stomach and intestines are contained within a sec of amino, peritoneum, and Wharton’s jelly
what is an Omphalocele
a decrease in the glomerular filtration rate occurring over hours to days leading to an inability of the kidneys to clear the blood of urea and regulate fluid and electrolytes
what is Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Barium enema, air insufflation, or water-soluble solution to reduce, are ways to treat this
what is Intussusception
Cardiac emergency presenting w/in 24 hours of birth in which the Aorta and pulmonary artery are reversed
Transposition of the Great Vessels
surgical closure with cardiac cath is common for these 2 congenital defects
what are ASD and VSD
when caring for a patient with GERD, this is an important intervention
what are frequent weights
An opening on the right side of the umbilical cord that affects the stomach, small & large intestines, and rarely the liver
what is Gastroschisis
irreversible loss of kidney function lasting greater than 3 months
what is Chronic Kidney Disease
when treating a patient who is unable to maintain adequate blood supply to their tissues, you would place them in what position
what is trendelenburg