Failure to Thrive

Question 1

manifestations

Answer 1

developmental delay
poor hygiene
withdrawn
no eye contact
no stranger anxiety
abdominal distention
generalized weakness
sudden or rapid deceleration of growth

Question 2

organic

Answer 2

results from physical or medical problem

Question 3

inorganic

Answer 3

related to psychosocial factors, difficulty with attachment

Question 4

inorganic causes

Answer 4

inadequate nutrition
care deficiencies
maternal deprivations
inappropriate parental expectations

Question 5

parental behaviors

Answer 5

negative feelings towards infant
indifference
poor eye contact
decreased body contact/handling

Question 6

tx

Answer 6

initial: increased calorie intake (150/kg/day), tx medical issues (if organic), limit feeding to 30min/session, maintain calm/low stimuli environment during feedings