Oncology/Heme
This procedure may be performed for retinoblastoma and will result in eccymosis of the face
Enucleation
True or False: It is acceptable to withdraw or withhold interventions to prolong life that does not add to quality of life or causes pain and suffering
TRUE
This medication for hypothyroidism should be given on an empty stomach
Levothyroxine
Kids with cerebral palsy may need a g tube because of this reason...
Feeding difficulties (muskuloskeletal issues)
Traction weights should never be placed where?
On the floor
For this tumor, you should not palpate the abdomen
Wilm's tumor
This age group has the best understanding of death, needs independence, and may critizise funeral ceremonies.
Adolescent
Headache, poor weight gain, enuresis, and destruction of pancreatic cells are manifestations of what disease
Type 1 DM
Increased intracranial pressure priority assessment
Frequent neuro checks
Name a way to prevent spread of impetigo
- check for nasal carriers; keep fingernails short; wash clothes in hot water. Don’t share towels, etc, wash hands
What age do you start iron supplementation for a healthy infant?
4 months
This age group may view death as reversible and think that their thoughts caused the death
Preschool age
Failure to thrive, irritability, cognitive impairment are manifestations of this inborn error of metabolism tested at 24 hours of life.
Phenylalanine hydroxylase deficiency (PAH)
Inability to maintain eye contact, failure to interact socially, and communicate appropriately could indicate what diagnosis?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Name 2 things to educate a child on pet safety
Avoid strange and nervous appearing animals
Never take a pet by surprise, make them aware of your presence before approaching
If a threatening animal approaches, don’t make eye contact. Remain motionless
Allow animal to sniff child before the child attempts to pet it
•Do not tease or mistreat the animal in any way. Be sure kid’s maturity level is appropriate to play or care for the animal
Typically, radiation will only be done for palliative care for this (most common) bone tumor.
Osteosarcoma
Name 2 ways to support families through the death of a child
•Cultivate empathy
•Support groups
•Attend funeral services of child
Encourage sibling involvement
This type of insulin should be given with a meal because it acts within 30 minutes
Short acting
Short stature, hyper-flexibility, hypotonia, and protruding tongue could indicate what disgnosis?
Down Syndrome
2 test performed to diagnose developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH)
Ortolani and Barlow tests
Name 3 clinical manifestations of hemophilia.
•Prolonged bleeding
•Hemorrhage
•Bruising
•Hemarthrosis
•Spontaneous hematuria
Name 2 signs of impending death in a child
•Loss of sensation and movement, Sensation of heat, Loss of senses, Confusion, Muscle weakness, Loss of bowel/bladder control, Decreased appetite and thirst, Change in respiratory patterns, Weak, slow pulse and decreased BP
If treatment is needed, this hormone will sometimes be prescribed for precocious puberty.
Luteinizing hormone
Name 2 clinical manifestations of ADHD
•Distractibility- major manifestation
•Difficulty in completing tasks
•Manifestations present in 2 settings (usually school & home)
•Lasts greater than 6 mos
Name the 6 P's of fracture assessment
Pain, Pulselessness, Pallor, Parasthesia, Paralysis, Pressure