Office Visits
Medical doctor who specializes in Pediatrics
pediatrician
_________is measured in children younger than 24 months
length
Pediatric BP begins at what age?
3
Gauge and length of needle based on
__________&_____________
size
consistency of medicine
A suspension of attenuated or killed microorganisms
vaccine
Pediatrics deals with care and development of _________________
Weight of the child is used to calculate medication ____________
dosage
The purpose of BP is to identify children who are at risk for developing _______________as adults
hypertension
Gauge range for IM injection
22-25
Name the 3 parts of a Well Child Visit
evaluation of growth and development
immunizations
physical exam
Older children are measured in the __________position
standing
If the cuff is too small the BP may be falsely ______________
high
________ __________is the site recommended for infants and children
vastus lateralis
MMR is administered ______________
SQ/SC
Name 2 positions for carrying infant
cradle
upright
Newborn head circumference is ___________
32-38 cm
12.5-15 inch
Bladder of the cuff should encircle ___________ of the arm
80-100%
Deltoid site should not be used until the child is at least _______________
18 months
______________contains information on adverse reactions, compensation program, and child diseases
VIS
Name the 4 procedures performed by the MA during pediatric office visit
Vital signs
Weight
Visual acuity
Assist with exam and immunizations
Length is measured from the __________to the ___________
vertex of head to heel
Pediatric varies depending on what 3 things?
age
height
gender
Length of needle range for SQ/SC injection
3/8 to 1/2 inch
If PKU is left untreated it may cause:
_____________, _______________, &___________
mental retardation
tremors
poor muscle contraction