Hematology/Oncology
Most prevalent and preventable nutritional disorder in the U.S.; Treat with foods first, then supplements
What is iron-deficiency anemia?
Caused by aspirin use in small children; fever, vomiting, lethargy
May need weekly casting for 6-10 weeks, Ponseti shoes, and heel cord release
What is club foot?
Acne, breast development, pubic hair, voice changes, and penile enlargement in boys <9 y.o. and girls < 8 y.o. are all signs of
Accutane, Retin-A, using a mild cleanser, and maintaining clean hair are all ways to treat
The pt presents with painful and swollen hands and feet. Splenomegaly and hepatomegaly on exam. Avascular necrosis noted over the R hip bone.
What is sickle-cell anemia?
Symptoms must occur in 2 settings and last greater than 6 months
Positive Ortolani, Positive Barlow, and unequal gluteal folds when prone
What is developmental hip dysplasia?
Decelerated growth, cold intolerance, dry skin, intellectual disability
What is juvenile hypothyroidism?
Lesions with honey-colored crusts caused by Group A strep
What is impetigo?
The doctor shines a light into the pt's eye and light is reflected back, making the eye appear yellow.
What is retinoblastoma?
Hypotonicity, short, stubby fingers, upward slanted eyes, protruding tongue
What is Down Syndrome?
Indicative of abuse; occurs on two different planes of the bone
What is a spiral fracture?
Name 3 interventions to prevent tick bites
What is tuck pants in socks, avoid tick-infested areas, wear light-colored clothing, perform regular checks, wear repellants?
The doctor's order an LP, blood smear, and a bone marrow aspiration on a pt. Concerns of parents include weight, petechiae, fever, and lethargy.
What is ALL?
Rigid extension and pronation of the arms and legs
Assessment for compartment syndrome
What are the 6 Ps: pain, pulselessness, pallor, paresthesia, paralysis, pressure?
Hyperglycemia assessment
What are the 3 Ps: polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia?
Tepid baths with mild soap and emollients can help ease symptoms of
What is eczema/atopic dermatitis?
The nurse intervenes when she notices the nursing student palpating the abdomen of a child with this tumor
What is a Wilm's Tumor?
Must monitor for 6-8 hrs; can cause airway spasm, atelectasis, pneumonia
What is a submersion injury?
What is Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis?
Name 2 diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus
What is Fasting glucose >126mg/dl, random glucose >200mg/dl with DM signs, or A1C >6.5?