Endocrine
a child with type 1 diabetes presents with fruity breath, kussmaul respirations and abdominal pain
What is Diabetic Ketoacidosis
This is the most common type of anemia in children
What is iron deficiency?
This highly contagious skin infection, often caused by Staphylococcus aureus, is known for its honey-colored crusts.
What is Impetigo?
this presents with positive Barlow and Ortolani tests, unequal gluteal folds and asymmetric thigh folds
What is developmental dysplasia of the hip?
Children in this age group often view death as temporary and may believe their thoughts or actions caused it.
What are preschoolers (3-5 years old)
condition in which a child with type 1 diabetes is irritable, sweating and trembling
what is hypoglycemic
This hereditary bleeding disorder is caused by a deficiency in clotting factor
What is hemophilia?
This chronic skin disorder, often triggered by allergens or stress, is characterized by dry, itchy, scaly patches.
What is atopic dermatitis (eczema)?
treatment for this should be started as soon as possible and may require weekly casting
What is clubfoot?
Cheyne-Stokes respirations, mottled extremities, and decreased urine output are signs of this stage.
What are normal findings of nearing death?
This hormone is deficient in children with short stature and delayed bone growth
What is growth hormone
This inherited blood disorder causes misshapen red blood cells that can block flow and cause pain
What is sickle cell anemia?
Intense scalp itching with visible nits on hair shafts indicates this infestation
What is head lice (pediculosis capitis?)
complication caused by lack of circulation to an extremity due to injury and often caused by tight cast or bandage, it can present with paresthesia.
What is compartment syndrome?
This age group may not perceive death as permanent and may think the person is sleeping
What is preschool age (3-5)
Tachycardia, fever and agitation in a child with Graves disease signal this life threatening emergency
What is thyroid storm?
This is the most common childhood cancer, involving overproduction of immature white blood cells
What is ALL (Acute lymphoblastic leukemia)?
This is the typical treatment for contact dermatitis
What is a topical corticosteroid (hydrocortisone)?
This is the way to safely reposition a patient in bed after scoliosis surgery
What is log-rolling?
This age child may be very literal and want to know concrete facts about what happens to the body after death
What is school age?
What is Diabetes Insipidus?
The most common first signs of transfusion reaction
What are fever, chills, itching and hives.
The most important intervention to avoid spreading infection.
What is hand washing?
This type of fracture, common in children, occurs when the bone bends and cracks on one side but does not break completely.
What is a greenstick fracture?
Children in this age group may be cynical and display anger, withdrawal and may refuse to participate in formalities.
What is adolescence.