Childhood Conditions Flashcards
diagnostic test for cerebral palsy
brain mri
which reflexes are affected by cerebral palsy
asymmetric tonic neck reflex, upgoing plantar reflex
when should breastfeeding be done
first 6 months
when should complementary feeding begin
after 6 months
benefit of breast milk compared to follow on formula
antimicrobal substances
what should the mum be doing whilst breastfeeding
taking vitamin d supplements
what vitamins should a child be on whilst on follow on formula
vit a, c, d
when should a child first each gluten
after 6mth
when should a child first try whole nuts and seeds
after 5 years
define overweight
> 91st BMI centile
define obese
> 98th OR >99.6th BMI centile
when can orlistat be prescribed for childhood obesity
> 99.6th centile + comorbidity, only from specialist clinic
how much screen time per day is recommended
less than 2 hours a day
activity recommendations for under 5 year olds
walk 3 hours a day
activity recommendations for 5 to 18 year olds
at least 1 hour a day doing moderate-vigorous activity at least 3 times a week