Common health problems in infancy Flashcards
1
Q
Gastroesophogeal reflex may cause what in infants?
A
Failure to thrive, esophagitis with bleeding, esophageal strictures, aspiration pea, asthma, cough, apnea spells
2
Q
treatment for gastroesophogeal reflex
A
disappears within 6-12 months, small feedings, thicken formula with cereal
3
Q
when do you add a H2RA or PPI with gastroesophogeal reflex?
A
when its painful and they aren’t gaining weight
4
Q
How long does RSV last?
A
307 days
5
Q
Synagis
A
monthly IM injection throughout RSV season
6
Q
Dacryostenosis
A
obstruction of lacrimal or nasal duct
7
Q
when do kids get tubes placed for AOM?
A
3 episodes in 6 months
4 episodes in 1 year with last episode preceding 6 months
8
Q
How do you confirm a ear infection with effusion?
A
tympanogram
