Lecture 14: Adolescent Medicine Flashcards
When do girls begin puberty and what is the usual first sign?
- Begins at around age 10
- First sign: Breast development
- Height (girls might be taller at 5th grade)
When are high risk behaviors common in adolescents?
14-16 (Middle adolescence)
What are the biggest concerns during late adolescence?
- Individuality
- Planning for the future
- Health
What is the leading cause of death for adolescents?
MVA
75% of all deaths for adolescents
When do we begin screening risk taking behaviors?
10
Same age as when a girl begins puberty
What issues cannot be kept confidential if a minor informs you?
- Suicidal intent
- Positive HIV status
- Disclosure of physical/sexual abuse
When can birth control be given at the earliest?
Must demonstrate maturity
When can HIV testing be done for an adolescent?
Any age
When do we usually screen for drug use in adolescents?
11 or older
But screening at any age is doable.
What are the 3 ways a minor can become emancipated?
Essentially legally independent
- Get married
- Join the military
- Go to court and have a judge emancipate you
What is the mature minor doctrine?
A minor can consent/refuse if they are mature
Must demonstrate competence, etc
What age can you become emancipated?
16
When is the earliest you can be considered a mature minor?
14
What are the 4 preventative services?
- Screening
- Counseling to reduce risk
- Immunizations
- General health guidance
What are the two meningococcal vaccines?
- ACWY
- Men B
What is the second leading cause of death in adolescents aged 15-19?
Suicide
Who is more likely to complete suicide? (gender)
Boys
Girls try more, but boys are more successful at their attempts :/
NSHIATT
No suicidal or homicidal ideations at this time
Missing how much school is considered avoidance?
1 week with a mild illness
How often is BP measured in an adolescent?
Annually at WCC, but every visit if RFs or obese.
Begin at age 3 per AAP
What is considered HTN in an adolescent aged at least 13?
130/80 on at least 3 separate measurements 1-2 weeks apart.
See chart below for specifics;
You use percentiles if younger.
What is the f/u and restriction for asymptomatic Stage 1 HTN in an adolescent?
- Recheck in 1-2 weeks after lifestyle mods
- Recheck in 3 months, if elevated; labs + radiographs + meds
- May still participate in sports.
Essentially, it should go down after 3 months if they do lifestyle mods.
What is the f/u and restriction for asymptomatic Stage 2 HTN in an adolescent?
- Repeat in 1 week but start lifestyle modifications
- If elevated: labs + radiographs + meds
- May not participate in sports until cleared
No 3m check?, no sports
What are the radiographs for an adolescent with HTN?
- Renal US
- Echocardiogram
Kidneys & Heart
