Community Pediatrics Committee Flashcards
What is the CPS recommendation for breastfeeding?
Exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months and continued breastfeeding with complementary foods for up to 2 years and beyond (no upper limit is defined)
What is the most common reason mothers give for weaning from the breast?
Perceived insufficiency in milk supply
What is the risk of delaying solid introduction beyond 6 months in infants?
Iron deficiency anemia and other macronutrient deficiencies
What are 4 simple ways to manage a nursing strike?
- Making feeding time special and quiet; minimizing distractions 2. Increasing the amount of cuddling and soothing of the baby 3. Offering the breast when the infant is very sleepy or just waking up 4. Offering the breast frequently using different nursing positions, alternating sides or nursing in different rooms
Which 3 types of drugs are absolutely contraindicated for breastfeeding?
- Antimetabolites 2. Therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals 3. Drugs of abuse
Is bromocriptine recommended in the mother to facilitate the breastfeeding weaning process for an infant?
Bromocriptine (a prolactin suppressant) is not recommended Has been associated with adverse drug reactions such as seizures, strokes, and death
When should whole cow milk be introduced to an infant’s diet?
nine months, but preferably at 12 months of age
When is water introduced to an infant’s diet?
At 6 months of age along with complementary foods
When is drinking from a cup introduced to an infant?
At 6 months of age
In what situations should antibiotic prophylaxis be CONSIDERED for a child with a urinary tract infection?
Grade IV or V VUR or a significant urological anomaly (However, antibiotic resistance may negate the benefits in these cases in the future)
How long should antibiotic prophylaxis last for if it is being used in a child to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections?
No longer than 3 to 6 months
What are the usual choices for prophylaxis against recurrent UTIs?
Septra or nitrofurantoin
Should you use broad spectrum PO antibiotics for UTI prophylaxis?
No. Experience shows that prophylaxis with broad-spectrum antibiotics (e.g. cefixime or ciprofloxacin) will result in an organism that is resistant to any oral options for therapy
What are two common causes of childhood amblyopia?
Strabismus and difference in refractive error
At which age should an infant start to face follow?
Birth to 4 weeks of age
At which age should an infant start to follow visuals?
3 months of age
At which age can visual acuity be measurable?
By 42 months of age
By what age can children recognize Snellen letters and numbers?
Most children are able to by 4 years of age
Which eye are you supposed to vision test first?
The suspected better eye first