Respiratory
They are obligate nose breathers until around 4-6 months
What are Infants/Babies
Includes large muscles such as arms, legs and torso
What are gross motor skills
Occurs when gastric contents backflow into the esophagus. The condition results from an incompetent lower esophageal sphincter and is associated with certain congenital disorders. Children with chronic respiratory disease, esophageal atresia, neurological disorders, and obesity are at highest risk for problem
What is GERD
It is to be used for lateral transfers (from bed to stretcher, diagnostic table, etc), reduces friction, and allows for transfer with no lifting, using only push and pull forces.
What is the rollerboard
IM epinephrine is the first and most important treatment, repeat every 5–15-minute intervals
What is treatment for anaphylaxis
Tachypna, increased effort (nasal flaring, retractions), abnormal airway sounds, bradypnea, apnea, respiratory pause, decrease consciousness
What are signs of respiratory distress
The foundation for an infants social-emotional development
What is attachment
Known as congenital aganglionic megacolon, is a disorder that causes a deficiency in intestinal motility. Symptoms include:
What is Hirschsprung disease.
This act requires all licensed health care facilities to establish clear patient handling procedures to minimize risks when moving or lifting patients.
What is the Safe Patient Handling Act
Ominous signs: bradypnea, apnea, agonal breathing, decreased level of consciousness
What is when to call a code white
The movement of air from outside to the lungs
What is ventilation
They engage in solitary play
What are infants
Occurs when there is thickening of the pylorus. The cause of this condition is unknown. The thickening causes an outlet obstruction of the stomach and presents with forceful vomiting in infants between 2 and 12 weeks of age
What is pyloric stenosis
It is a standing and raising aid that allows a single healthcare worker to safely assist a patient for routine transfers and toileting activities. Intended for patients who have difficulty walking and standing. The weight limit for the Sara is 440 lbs.
What is the Sarah
It is a mild common infection in childhood caused by enteroviruses. Coxsackie virus A16 and enterovirus 71 are most often the cause. Children under the age of 10 years are most affected.
What is Hand foot and mouth disease
A viral infection that affects smaller airways in children often less than 2 years old
What is Bronchiolitis
Using smaller muscles like those in hands and feet. Needed to hold and shake a rattle, feed themselves, hold crayons.
What are fine motor skills
Type of virus that causes acute gastroenteritis, a condition that sees the stomach or intestines become inflamed. This inflammation leads to a number of symptoms, including diarrhea and vomiting.
What is norovirus.
A lifting and repositioning device for patients who are a complete transfer. Patients are cradled in a sling and transferred in a sitting position. The weight limit for the
What is the Maximove
Also known as sixth disease, is a self-limiting viral illness in childhood. It is caused primarily by human herpesvirus 6 or herpesvirus. Children under the age of 3 years are most frequently affected by this disease
What is Roseola Infantum
Laryngotracheitis (larynx and trachea inflamed) Barking seal cough, stridor
What is Croup
Contributes to the overall health and well-being of a child. It includes the child's ability to demonstrate social skills, form health attachments, and manage emotions
What is social-emotional development
It is an autoimmune disorder triggered by gluten, affecting children's growth and health, but can be managed effectively with a strict gluten-free diet.
What is Celiac Disease
It is used when the client has difficulty walking but can stand and follow direction. For patients who can hold own body weight and pull self-up.
What is the Stedy
A vital tool in pediatric emergency care, designed to provide quick access to the appropriate medications and equipment based on a child's size and weight.
What is the Braslow cart