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Complementary Therapies
Skin Conditions
Metabolic Disorders
Communicable Diseases
Behavioral & Emotional
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explain the differences between Alternative and complementary Therapies.
Alternative therapy replaces traditional therapy whereas Complementary is used with traditional therapy (western medicine)
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I am a raised, bright red lesion that showed up on a 2 week old baby girl. What am I?
Strawberry nevus
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What is the most common endocrine disorder in children, and what are 3 s/s of this disorder?
1. Diabetes mellitus Type 1 2. s/s: polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia
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immunization programs in the U.S. provide what type of immunity to children?
active
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What is the number one problem in adolescents?
substance abuse
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Why are some Herbs such as Ginseng, garlic, and St. John's Wort discontinued 2 weeks before surgery?
They may have cardiac drug interactions, affect glucose in patients with DM, and lower concentration of synthetic drugs.
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I am the patchy dermatitis between your baby's skin folds, aggravated by urine, feces and heat. what am I?
Intertrigo or Chaffing
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what are the mainstays in management of Diabetes mellitus type 1? What cannot be given to children concerning diet?
1.insulin replacement, diet, and exercise 2. artificial sweeteners xylitol or sorbitol
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This is the basic essential factor in preventing the transmission of infection?
hand hygiene
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What should be avoided when caring for children with autism?
loud noises and sudden movements
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CAM therapy is also know as:
integrative therapy, integrative healing, or holistic healing
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Eczema is actually a________rather than a disorder. It indicates that the infant is oversensitive to a certain_____?
1. symptom 2. allergen
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How should you treat a low blood sugar, and what is the recommended treatment for severe hypoglycemia?
administering sugar in some form (OJ, hardy candy or icing). For severe hypoglycemia you would administer glucagon.
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What is essential when caring for teens with STIs?
listening skills and a non-judgmental attitude
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Name 5 s/s of anorexia nervosa:
1. severe weight loss 7. lanugo hair on back & limbs 2. amenorrhea 8. low self-esteem 3. cold intolerance 9. Depression 4. low BP 10. diminished socialization 5. Constipation 6. Abdominal pain
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Name 5 Alternative Health Practices listed in our text.
Reflexology, Acupuncture & Acupressure, Message & Aromatherapy,Osteopathy, Hydrotherapy, Hypnotics, Energy Healing, Chiropractic Care, and Ayurveda, Biofeedback & guided imagery, and Herbal Remedies.
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Absorption of a topical hydrating medication is best applied______?
after a warm bath
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When/why would you administer growth hormones in a child?
You would administer at "bedtime" for those who have pituitary problems
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What are the long-term goals in the care for a child with AIDS?
Promote compliance for long-term drug therapy and to provide support to maintain optimum growth and development.
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What are 4 strategies for managing a child with ADHD?
1. Seat child in front of class to minimize distractions 2. When necessary remind child to focus his/her attention 3. Give clear instructions & repeat them often 4. Provide breaks between periods of work or study
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This CAM therapy used for body alignment is often mistaken for child abuse because of ingering skin marks after treatment?
Coin Rubbing
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This medicine prescribed by a dermatologist to treat acne is not given during pregnancy due to risk of fetal deformity. What am I and what labs need to be monitored if I am taken?
Isotretinoin (Accutane). Labs include: liver studies and lipid levels.
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Why are children more prone to insulin reactions then adults?
The disease is more unstable in young people, they are still growing, and their activities are more irregular.
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What type of isolation should a person with chickenpox be placed on and what is included?
1. Airborne precautions 2. Includes: negative-pressure rooms, respirator masks (N95), a private room.
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What age do ADHD usually show up and what are the 3 classic signs?
1. before age 7 2. Inattention, Impulsivity, and Hyperactivity