ill-child-exam 2 Flashcards
Strepto`coccus bacteria
APSGN can be associated with a past infection of
Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis (APSGN)
Group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus (GABHS)
Rheumatic fever is associated with this type of infection
High fever,
irritability,
bright red, chapped lips, strawberry tongue
are indicative of which acquired heart disease?
Kawa`saki disease
Clumping of irregularly-shaped red blood cells that clog up small blood vessels is indicative of this type of anemia:
Sickle cell anemia
Sebor`rheic dermatitis is contagious. True or False?
False, it is overactivity of the sebaceous glands. It is treated with baby oil in infants, and the scales are shampooed away the next morning.
This fabric is recommended in infants with eczema
Cotton. Avoid wool fabrics.
A treatment for ketonuria (increased urinary ketones) in a child who is neurologically intact
Increase hydration
A communicable disease characterized by itchy macules, papules, and vesicles
Varicella
The urethral meatus is on the ventral side of the penis; this is termed:
Hypo`spadias
This is a worrisome finding in someone with appendicitis
Abdominal pain that is relieved
Koplik spots (white spots on inner cheeks) are associated with which communicable disease?
Rubeola (Measles)
Contraindications to receiving a live vaccine include:
Immunocompromised state, pregnancy,
bacteremia or meningitis, immunocompromised caregiver in the home,
corticosteroid therapy,
hx of high fever or other reaction after previous immunization
A child with a yeast and/or neomycin allergy should avoid these immunizations
Hepatitis B and/or Hepatitis A/Hepatitis B combo vaccine
Altered level of consciousness (LOC), hyperglycemia, and fruity breath are associated with this common endocrine disorder
Diabetic keto`acidosis, mostly associated with Type I diabetes mellitus
Impetigo is caused by _____ and is extremely contagious
Streptococcal or staphylo`coccus bacteria
Varicella, Tuberculosis, and Measles require which type of isolation precaution?
airborn
Pediculosis capitis is the Latin term for what infestation?
head lice
This is one complication of infectious mononucle`osis
Spleno`megaly
Steroid creams for eczema should be applied (thin layer or thick layer)
Thin layer with a gloved hand in one direction.
Migratory joint pain, erythema marginatum rash, & carditis are some symptoms found in this cardiac disorder (Hint: use JONES and PEACE mnemonic)
Rheumatic fever
Decreased urinary output, periorbital edema worse in the AM, positive ASO titer, and red-brown tea-colored urine are some of the s/sx of which GU disorder?
Acute post-streptococcal glomerulonephritis
Massive proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, and edema are clinical manifestations of which GU disorder?
Nephrotic syndrome
These 4 foods are to be avoided in a child with Celiac disease
Wheat, barley, oats, rye
This condition is noted by polyhydramnios (excess amniotic fluid) in utero and choking during feeds
Tracheoesophageal fistula
This is a cause of anal itching and can be diagnosed by the “Scotch tape” test
Pinworms
Which data assessment should be omitted in the evaluation of a patient with Wilms’ tumor?
Palpation of abdomen
Hirschsprung’s disease is the result of an absence of _____ in the colon
Nerves, causing ribbon-like stool
The most effective method of infection PREVENTION
Immunizations
This communicable childhood disease is characterized by a sandpaper-like rash
Scarlet fever
