OB
Checking the breasts at the same time every month, feeling in the axilla and around the lymph nodes in a set way, such as a circular motion
How many vessels are in an umbilical cord, and what prevents it from getting compressed?
Two arteries, one vein, and Wharton's jelly
Leading causes of death in adolescents ages 15-19
Accidents, unintentional injuries, suicide, and homicide
This illness requires prophylactic antibiotics, especially before dental procedures
What are signs and symptoms in a child who is approaching the end of their life
Cheyne-Stokes respirations
Decrease in thirst and appetite
Hearing is the last sense to fail
Which sexually transmitted infection has a primary infection and is followed by recurrent episodes, there is also no cure
Herpes simplex virus type 2
Closes by 12-18 months
Anterior fontanele
This indicates too little ADH, the child will experience polydipsia and polyuria, and will require treatment with fluids and DDAVP
Diabetes insipidus
What is a common, serious complication of rheumatic fever, and how is this disease treated initially?
Cardiac valve damage, PCN
FHR, breathing movements, body movement, muscle tone, and the amount of amniotic fluid indicate which test?
Biophysical profile
What are common techniques used for medical terminations of pregnancy (in the first trimester, and the second)?
Cytotec (first trimester)
D&E (second trimester)
Relationship of the fetal body part to one another
This pain scale must have the patient (not the nurse) select which face represents their own, while this pain scale is good for assessing pain in a young toddler (especially after anesthesia)
FACES scale, FLACC scale
Patent ductus arteriosus
At least three stimulated uterine contractions in a 10-minute period, with not late or significant variable decelerations
Negative Contraction Stress Test
What are some normal physiologic changes that women experience during pregnancy?
Respiratory changes (SOB), vasodilation, lowered blood pressure, pelvic softening
Indicates placental insufficiency. Reposition the patient, administer IV fluids, and place oxygen via non-rebreather
Late decelerations
Which characteristics predispose pediatric patients to rapid dehydration?
What is the first line of treatment for an infant with a PDA
Indomethacin or NSAIDs
This should be given with vitamin c, should not be given with milk, and may cause dark green, tarry stools.
Iron supplement administration
What are early warning signs in the first trimester, and what should be reported immediately?
Vaginal bleeding
Headache with blurry vision, RUQ pain
Swelling in the upper extremities and face
Seizure activity without a diagnosed seizure disorder
Can spread extensively across the scalp (bogginess), can result in severe blood loss, hypovolemic shock, and death.
Subgaleal hemorrhage
Why do children metabolize medications differently than adults?
What interventions should be included in the plan of care for an infant with a nursing diagnosis of excess fluid volume related to CHF?
Administer diuretics, take a daily weight
Decrease PO fluid intake
Feed the child small, frequent meals
Regularly assess sodium and potassium levels
Dark red vaginal bleeding, severe, sudden abdominal pain, tetanic contractions, fetal distress
Placental abruption