Chapter 2: Developmental, Congenital, and Childhood Diseases and Disorders: Screening Flashcards
what are screenings for Preterm birth or prematurity
if before 3 weeks quick assessment
what are screenings for Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
NICU. pulmonologist/neonatolgist
what are screenings for Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
NICU. pulmonologist/neonatolgist
what are screenings for Retinopathy of Prematurity
NICU. ophthalmologist examination
what are screenings for Necrotizing Enterocolitis
NICU. neonatologist
what are screenings for Robinow Syndrome
dentist or school nurse
what are screenings for Down Syndrome
diagnosed prenatally via ultrasound, blood tests, and/or amniocentesis.
what are screenings for Cerebral Palsy
schedule appointment for evaluation based on symptoms
what are screenings for Muscular Dystrophy
schedule appointment for evaluation based on symptoms
what are screenings for Spina Bifida Occulta
discovered during newborn examination
what are screenings for Meningocele
discovered during newborn examination
what are screenings for myelomeningocele
apparent during newborn examination
what are screenings for hydrocephalus
apparent during newborn examination, while others may be detected during examinations
what are the screenings for Anencephaly
discovered during prenatal ultrasound. still born or dies shortly after
what are screenings for Clubfoot (Talipes Equinovarus)
apparent during newborn examination
what are screenings for Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
apparent during newborn examination
what are screenings for Cleft Lip and Palate
apparent during newborn examination
what are screenings for Cryptorchidism (Undescended Testes)
palpable and observed during the newborn examination
what are screenings for Wilm’s tumors
hematuria, pain, and vomiting. noticeable mass in kidney region require physician assessment
what are screenings for Congenital Pyloric Stenosis
sudden onset of projectile vomiting require physician assessment
what are screenings for Hirschsprung’s Disease (Congenital Ganglionic Megacolon)
bile-stained or fecal vomitus require physician assessment
what are screenings for cystic Fibrosis
neonatal period while in newborn nursery. or when noticed developed cough producing, thick, sticky mucus.
what are screenings for Phenylketonuria
mandatory in states to do a newborn test
what are screenings for Klinefelter’s Syndrome
males appear normal at birth, and symptoms not present until puberty
what are screenings for Turner’s syndrome
neonate examination may reveal signs of the disorder. otherwise figured out later in life. assessment of cardiac and renal disorders required
what are screenings for Chickenpox (Varicella Zoster)
telephone symptom identification. special waiting room. contagious diseases have special screenings due to transmission
what are screenings for Diphtheria
fever, chills, and respiratory difficulties require physician assessment. respiratory difficulties seen in emergency facility
what are screenings for Mumps (Epidemic Parotitis)
telephone symptom identification. special waiting room. contagious diseases have special screenings due to transmission
what are screenings for Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
violent cough, high-pitched inspiratory whoop and vomiting of mucus require physician assessment
what are screenings for Measles (Rubeola)
telephone symptom identification. special waiting room. contagious diseases have special screenings due to transmission
what are screenings for Rubella (German Measles, or Three-Day Measles)
telephone symptom identification. special waiting room. contagious diseases have special screenings due to transmission
what are screenings for Tetanus
soft tissue wound, including animal bites and punctures from nails, burns, and abrasions require physician assessment and tetanus prophylaxis
what are screenings for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
infant not breathing is emergency, call 911 services
what are screenings for Croup
symptoms of respiratory distress, fever, and stridor during inspiration require prompt physician assessment
what are screenings for Epiglottitis
respiratory distress seek immediate physician assessment
what are screenings for Acute Tonsillitis
pain, fever, and sore throat of sudden onset require physician assessment
what are screenings for Adenoid Hyperplasia
mouth-breathing children who snore should be assessed for adenoid enlargement
what are screenings for Asthma
respiratory compromise requires prompt physician assessment and intervention
what are screenings for Bronchiolitis
wheeze or respiratory distress require physician assessment
what are screenings for Infantile Colic
disruptive state in the life of the family with an infant. assessment should be as soon as convenient
what are screenings for Helminth (Worm) Infestation
exhibit behavior and symptoms should seek physician assessment
what are screenings for diarrhea
dehydrate rapidly. prompt physician assessment
what are screenings for vomiting
special attention and warming sign of disease. physician assessment
what are screenings for anemia
appear pale, weak, easily fatigued, and listless require prompt physician assessment
what are screenings for Leukemia
has fever, frequent infections, easy bruising, pallor require prompt physician assessment
what are screenings for Erythroblastosis Fetalis (Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn)
understand possibility of Rh incompatibility. know your blood type
what are screenings for lead poisoning
fatigue, headaches, irritability, stomachaches, cramps, muscle and joint pain, and changes in behavior require prompt physician assessment
what are screenings for Reye’s syndrome
children who vomit 3 to 6 days after viral illness such as chickenpox are candidates. seek physician assessment
what are screenings for Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
maternal history and newborn examination reveal condition
what are screenings for Diaper Rash
diaper rash that will not clear require physician assessment
what are screenings for Neuroblastoma
abdominal mass or unexplained fever and weight loss should require prompt physician assessment
