Chapter 23
Fungal infection of the groin
What is Tinea Cruris?
Occurs commonly at 2-6 months and in adolescence.
What is anemia?
Antibodies received from an external source
What is passive immunity?
Affects growth, sexual maturation and response to stress
What is the endocrine system?
Marked by hyperactivity, impulsivity and distractability.
What is ADHD?
A skin infection
What is cellulitis?
Associated with clumping in small blood vessels and reduced blood flow.
What is Sickle Cell Disease?
HIV transmitted via breast milk
What is vertical transmission?
Malformation or malfunction of the thyroid gland
What is congenital hypothyroidism?
A reading disability
What is dyslexia?
Coming in contact with poison ivy, poison oak etc
What is contact dermatitis?
Deficiency in Factor VIII
What is Hemophilia A?
Process by which phagocytes swallow up and break down microorganisms
What is phagocytosis?
A growth hormone deficiency
What is hypopituitarism?
Eating disorder marked by lack of eating and increased physical activity
What is anorexia?
Occurs most frequently on face, back and chest.
What is Acne Vulgaris?
I can reduce the incidence of cervical cancer
What is the HPV vaccine?
Occurs within minutes of exposure
What is a food allergy?
A disorder of posterior pituitary gland marked by polyuria and polydipsia.
What is Central Diabetes Insipidus?
A condition that alternates between manic and depressive episodes
What is Bi-Polar Disorder?
Associated with risk for infection and pain management.
What are burns?
Associated with abnormal WBC's replacing normal WBC's
What is leukemia?
The body manufactures T cells and antibodies against its own cells and organs
What is autoimmune disease?
This lab test gives an average of blood glucose over last 3 months.
What is Hemoglobin A1c?
Failure to provide food, clothing and housing for a child
What is neglect?