Endocrine
What is a common trigger for DKA once T1DM is controlled?
infection
This viral illness presents with macules, papules, vesicles, pustules, and scabs.
varicella (chicken pox)
What is characterized by unrelieved pain, swelling, pallor, decreased pulse and temperature?
compartment syndrome
This disease can be caused by a bug bite or cut, produces oozing vesicles that must be washed 3-4 times a day, and requires antibiotic therapy.
impetigo
How many of the diagnostic criteria must a child meet to be diagnosed with ADD/ADHD?
six
What are two teaching topics for the diabetic child concerning vigorous exercise?
have snack or meal before, carry snacks and cell phone
How long after rash appears must a child with fifth disease be kept out of day care or school?
once rash appears, child is no longer contagious and can attend school
What recessive x-linked disease usually presents between 2-6 years old and involves muscle wasting and weakness?
Duchenne's muscular dystrophy
What acne medication can cause severe birth defects and requires pregnancy tests prior to prescribing?
Accutane
List three red flags for autism spectrum disorder related to growth and development.
no babbling or pointing by 12 months, no two-word sentences by 24 months, loss of social skills or language previously attained, problems with social and communication interactions, repetitive behaviors
What is the triad of symptoms for T1DM?
polydipsia, polyphagia, polyuria
List three nursing interventions for pertussis (whooping cough).
droplet precautions until 5 days after abx, encourage bedrest, monitor O2 saturation
What is a systematic autoimmune disease that involves the joints, connective tissues, and viscera?
juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Identify 4 types of tinea and where they are located.
capitis - scalp, corporis - skin, pedis - foot, cruris - thigh/groin
What disorder is characterized by these observations: child often doesn’t do well in school, has problems with interpersonal relationships, low self esteem, usually average or above average intelligence
ADD/ADHD
______ _______ is the cutaneous marker for T2DM.
acanthosis nigricans
What infectious disease is contagious from 4-5 days before to 5 days after maculopapular rash appears and requires airborne precautions?
rubeola (measles)
What type of scoliosis is caused by changes in the shape of the thorax or vertebrae?
structural
List three nursing actions in the care of a patient with atopic dermatitis.
hydrate skin, control pruritis, relieve inflammation, prevent infection, trim nails, good hand hygiene
This eating disorder involves a dysfunctional mother/daughter relationship and can result in electrolyte imbalance.
bulimia
List three symptoms that can be seen when a child with hypothyroidism begins pharmacologic treatment.
hair loss, insomnia, aggressiveness
_______ are inanimate objects such as bar soap, toys, bed rails, door handles that provides indirect transmission of infectious agents.
fomites
This musculoskeletal disorder is most often caused by Staphylococcus aureus in older children and Haemophilus influenzae in younger children.
osteomyelitis
What is the priority nursing care in treating a patient with burns?
fluid resuscitation, monitor I&O
What is the priority goal in the approach to a child with anorexia?
correct malnutrition