14 - Acute Paediatrics Flashcards

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What are the signs suggestive of NAI?

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  • Pattern/Shape/Age of bruises
  • Bites
  • Thermal injuries
  • Intracranial injuries
  • Fractures of differing ages
  • Spiral, occult rib or metaphyseal corner fractures
  • Visceral or spinal injuries with no trauma
  • Retinal haemorraghes
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What are some risk factors for NAI?

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  • Domestic abuse
  • Substance abuse
  • Mental health conditions in parents
  • Excessive crying of child
  • Unintended pregnancy
  • Child with disabilities
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What investigations do you need to do if you suspect an NAI?

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  • Clotting screen
  • CT head
  • Opthalmological examination
  • Skeletal survey
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GO AND DO DECK 28 OF PAEDIATRICS!

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IMPORTANT

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GO AND DO DECK 29 OF PAEDIATRICS

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IMPORTANT

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GO AND DO DECK 30 OF PAEDIATRICS

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IMPORTANT

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