Paediatrics Flashcards
By what age should a child be able to momentarily hold their head up?
6 weeks
By what age should a child be able to full-hand grasp?
3-6 months
When can a child support their head?
3 months
By what age should a child start to sit unsupported?
6 months
By what age should a child crawl/shuffle?
9 months
By which age should a child walk?
12-18 months, after 18 definite delay
By what age should a child start to pincer grip?
9-12 months
By what age should a child be able to draw a circle?
3 years
By what age should a child be able to draw a cross/square
4 years
What language skills would you expect a child to have at 12 months?
One to two words
What language skills would you expect a child to have at 2 years?
The ability to join 2-3 words
Vocabulary of 20-50 words
By what age would you expect a child to be able to make basic sentences?
3 years
By what age would you expect a child to drink from a cup?
1 year
By what age would you expect a child to eat with a spoon?
2 years
What social behaviour would you expect from a 3 year old?
Dress self with help and undress self
Mostly toilet trained in the day
Eat with a fork and spoon
What are the risk factors for Croup?
Age 6m-6 years
Autumn months
What virus is responsible for croup?
Parainfluenza virus
What are the symptoms of croup?
Dry, barking cough
Stridor, hoarse voice
Symptoms worse at night
Tachypnoea, fever, fatigue
Signs of hypoxia and exhaustion in severe disease
How is croup managed?
Oral dexamethasone= definitive treatment, can be given in GP
Admit to hospital if <12m, signs of exhaustion/respiratory compromise
Humidified oxygen
Nebulised adrenaline in severe cases
What are the risk factors for bronchiolitis?
Age <2
Winter months
Smoke exposure, asthma, other lung problems
Premature
Congenital heart disease, immunosuppression
What virus is responsible for bronchiolitis?
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
What are the symptoms of bronchiolitis?
Cough- can be dry or wet Wheeze and crackles OA Tachypnoea, fever, fatigue Respiratory effort: grunting, nostril flaring, retractions Irritability and poor feeding
How is bronchiolitis managed?
Supportive treatment
If well enough to be at home: lots of fluids, calpol for fever
If admitted (need for respiratory support, poor feeding, poor urine output etc) then respiratory support is given- supplemental oxygen -> nasal high flow -> CPAP -> I&V + fluid support
What are symptoms of GORD in a baby?
Usually <18 months
Vomiting and distress after feeding, reluctance to feed
Respiratory difficulty/stridor after feeding
Irritability
Excessive burping, BACK ARCHING after feeds
How is GORD managed in children?
Sit up to feed and place in a head 30degree prone position for 30 mins after
Feed thickeners
Baby gaviscon - can cause constipation
Omeprazole
What are the differentials for stridor in a child?
Croup GORD Epiglottitis Bacterial tracheitis Inhaled foreign object Anaphylaxis Acute asthma Laryngomalacia
What is the causative organism of epiglottitis?
Haemophilus influenzae B (HiB)
What is given for prophylaxis in contacts of epiglottitis?
Rifampicin
What is the management of acute epiglottitis?
Airway management- urgent ICU admission
IV antibiotics: cefuroxime
IV steroids for inflammation
Supplementary oxygenation, fluid resuscitation
What organisms are usually causative of bacterial tracheitis?
Staphylococcus aureus
Group A B-haemolytic streptococci
How is bacterial tracheitis managed?
Airway management- ICU involvement
IV antibiotics: rifampicin and cefuroxime
Supplementary oxygenation and fluid resuscitation
What features would make you think epiglottitis over croup?
Rapid onset and progression
High fever
Drooling and unable to close mouth, inability to swallow
Muffled voice
What are the triad of symptoms associated with anaphylaxis?
Allergic symptoms- hives, urticaria, angioedema
Bronchoconstriction
Hypotension
How is anaphylaxis managed in a child?
Airway management + oxygenation
IM adrenaline 1:1000:
150micro-g <6
300micro-g 6-12
500micro-g >12
IV hydrocortisone
Antihistamines
IV fluids resuscitation
By what age would you expect laryngomalacia to resolve spontaneously?
2 years old
How would you manage a choking child?
If conscious and effective cough (loud and can take a breath before) then encourage to cough
If ineffective cough + conscious: 5 back blows -> 5 thrusts
If ineffective cough + unconscious: CPR: open airway, 5 breaths, 15:2
What are the symptoms of heart failure in a neonate?
Dyspnoea/cyanosis/grunting - especially on feeding, crying, exertion
Sweating on the above also
Reduced feeding and failure to thrive
Lethargic, recurrent chest infection
What are signs of neonatal heart failure?
Tachypnoea and increased WOB, tachycardia Cyanosis and hypoxia Murmurs on auscultation Cardiomegaly, hepatomegaly Weak pulses and cold peripheries Prolonged CRT
How would you investigate suspected HF in a neonate?
Cardiovascular examination SO2 + other obs ECG Echo CXR
What are the managements for HF in neonates?
Diuretics: furosemide, spironolactone ACE-I: enalapril Oxygen unless oxygen-dependent lesion Inotropes: dopamine, dobutamine Surgery
What are the acyanotic congenital heart defects?
Atrial Septal defects
Ventricular Septal defects
Patent Ductus arteriosus
Coarctation of the aorta
What are the cyanotic congenital heart defects?
Tetralogy of fallot
Transposition of the great arteries
Truncus arteriosus
Tricuspid valve deformity
What is the most common congenital heart defect?
Ventricular septal defect
What murmur is associated with VSD?
Pansystolic murmur + may also have a thrill
What murmur is associated with ASD?
Ejection systolic murmur, split second heart sound
What murmur is associated with PDA?
Continuous machinery murmur heard under the L clavicle
How is PDA managed?
Preterm: ibuprofen/indomethacin to encourage closure
Term: surgical ligation
What are the signs of coarctation of the aorta in a neonate?
Murmur between the scapulae LVH/cardiomegaly Cold extremities Weak femoral pulses High systolic BP
How is coarctation of the aorta managed?
IV prostaglandins to maintain patency of ductus arteriosus
dopamine/dobutamine to improve contractility
Surgical repair
Supportive rx
What four characteristics make up tetralogy of fallot?
PROV
Pulmonary stenosis
RVH
Overlying aorta
VSD
What is the definitive treatment for tetralogy of fallot?
Blalock-Taussig shunt
Which congenital heart problem is associated with Down’s syndrome?
VSD
ASD and AVSD also increased prevalence in this population
What congenital heart defects are associated with Turner’s syndrome?
Coarctation of the aorta
Aortic stenosis
What is the treatment algorithm for paediatric stable asthma?
- SABA
- SABA + ICS (initially BD, then OD once well controlled)
- SABA + ICS + trial of leukotriene receptor antagonist (montelukast)
- Stop montelukast and trial LABA + ICS + SABA breakthrough
- Consider trial of ipratropium
- Oral prednisolone in severe, refractory asthma
What advice should be given regarding managing an asthma attack?
Use salbutamol inhaler- one puff every 30-60 seconds with 5 tidal breaths in between
If no relief after 10 puffs, seek help
Following management of acute asthma, how should patients be stabilised?
PRN bronchodilator nebs- can be discharged once down to 4 hourly
Oral steroids 3-7 days
Review of medication and inhaler technique at discharge
Follow-up arranged at discharge
What is first-line management of suspected pneumonia in children?
Amoxicillin
Or if associated with flu- co-amoxiclav
How is bronchiectasis diagnosed?
CXR
Spirometry- obstructive picture
High-resolution chest CT
Culture of sputum to rule out exacerbating infection
What are the differentials for cough in a child?
Asthma Respiratory tract infection / pneumonia Croup Bronchiolitis Bronchiectasis Pertussis Cystic fibrosis Congenital heart abnormality Choking
What are the symptoms of pertussis?
Dry cough with inspiratory whoop
Vomiting after episodes of coughing
Fever, sneezing, runny nose
How is pertussis managed?
First line = macrolide antibiotics
What is the mutation associated with cystic fibrosis?
Autosomal recessive mutation in CFTR gene on chromosome 7 (delta F508)
How is CF diagnosed?
Newborn heel prick test
Chloride sweat test
Genetic counselling and DNA testing
What are the features of CF?
Chronic cough and sputum production Recurrent respiratory infection Malabsorption and malnutrition Meconium ileus in newborns Bronchiectasis Diabetes Salty sweat Infertility
What are the symptoms of coeliac disease?
Failure to thrive- buttock wasting, faltering growth Abdominal distension Diarrhoea Irritability Anaemia
Which conditions are associated with coeliac disease?
Type 1 diabetes
Autoimmune thyroid disease
First degree family history
Down’s syndrome
How is coeliac disease diagnosed?
Anti-TTG antibody testing
IgA testing- to rule out false negatives of the above
Duodenal biopsy- must still be eating gluten
What are the symptoms of shaken baby syndrome?
Inconsistent history Altered mental state Hypotonia Areflexia Vomiting Papilloedema/retinal haemorrhages Suspicious bruising and fractures Bulging fontanelle Seizures Apnoea
What are the criteria for IBS diagnosis?
ROME criteria:
- Improves with defecation
- Onset associated with change in stool frequency
- Onset associated with change in stool consistency
What electrolyte disturbances are associated with refeeding syndrome?
Low: phosphate, potassium, magnesium, thiamine
High serum glucose
ECG abnormality
How is refeeding syndrome managed?
Supplementation of thiamine, fat soluble vitamins and electrolytes
Careful fluid resuscitation
Gradual nutrition replacement
What fluid resuscitation should be prescribed in children?
Rapid IV bolus 0.9% NaCl <15 mins
20ml/kg
Second bolus if shock persists
How are maintenance fluids prescribed for children?
First 10kg: 100ml/kg
10-20kg: 50ml/kg
20+: 20ml/kg
What antibiotic can be given in campylobacter infection?
Erythromycin
What antibiotics can be given in c-difficile?
Metronidazole and vancomycin
What are complications of rotavirus?
Dehydration
Post-infective lactose intolerance
What are the complications of E-coli 0157?
Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome
Bloody diarrhoea
What are the classic symptoms of intussusception?
Vomiting- often bilious
Abdominal pain, distension and tenderness- draw legs up
Episodes of colic where baby may go very pale
Red-current jelly like stool
Palpable sausage-shaped mass in the abdomen
Where is the most common site of intussusception
Where is the most common site of intussusception?
Ileum -> caecum
How is intussusception diagnosed?
Gold std- USS showing target sign
AXR may also show target sign or small bowel obstruction
Contrast enema= most sensitive but most invasive
How is intussusception managed?
Make NBM- IV fluids, pain relief
Contrast enema or gas reduction (if stable)
Surgical fixation
What is a Meckel’s Diverticulum?
Congenital defect causing outpouching of the small bowel- can cause obstruction, bleeding, inflammation or perforation
What are the symptoms of Meckel’s diverticulum?
Haematochezia- PR passage of bright red blood
Abdominal pain, bloating and distension
Vomiting- may be bilious
Small bowel obstruction
May present with intussusception
How is Meckel’s diverticulum diagnosed?
Meckel’s scan- technetium 99m- technetate scan
AXR
CT
What are the symptoms of pyloric stenosis?
Vomiting after feeds- becoming increasingly frequent and forceful (projectile)
Refusing to feed
Failure to thrive/dehydration
Palpable mass- olive-like
How is pyloric stenosis diagnosed?
Abdominal USS
How is pyloric stenosis managed?
Pyloromyotomy
Feed within 6 hours of procedure
What are the potential complications of intestinal malrotation?
Volvulus
Bowel ischaemia and necrosis
Bowel obstruction
Failure to thrive
What are the symptoms of intestinal malrotation?
Vomiting- often bilious
Abdominal pain, distension and tenderness
Bloody stool
Tachycardia, tachypnoea -> SIRS, acidosis and hypotension if ischaemia occurs
How is malrotation best diagnosed?
Upper GI contrast series- showing odd course of the right-sided duodenum
May also show volvulus
What is Hirschprung’s disease?
A lack of ganglion cells in the myenteric and submucosal plexi, affecting the rectum and some of the large bowel proximally (extent varies)
How does Hirschprung’s present?
Delayed/failure to pass meconium
Abdominal distension, pain, tenderness
Bilious vomiting
Digitation of the rectum causes gush of stool and flatus
May present with Hirschprung’s enterocolitis
How is Hirschprung’s diagnosed?
Rectal biopsy showing absence of ganglion cells
What rash is characteristic of meningococcal disease?
Non-blanching purpuric/petechial rash
Associated with fever, malaise, meningism, bulging fontanelle
What rash is characteristic of SJS?
Extensive haemorrhagic rash -> blistering and peeling of skin
Mucous membrane involvement
Usually starts on face and spreads distally
Associated with medication, infection, inflammation
What rash is characteristic of Kawasaki disease?
Erythematous maculopapular rash- may be erythema-multiform like
Associated with 5 day fever, conjunctivitis, lymphadenopathy, strawberry tongue, induration of palms and soles
What rash is characteristic of staphylococcal scalded skin?
Blistering and desquamation of skin
Often starts from small graze/rash that gets infected
Group A strep
Managed with IV flucloxacillin
What rash is characteristic of eczema herpeticum?
HSV 1 infection of eczema
Painful blistering on face and neck
Rapid spread-> can cause blindness
Req acyclovir ASAP
What rash is characteristic of measles?
Widespread maculopapular rash which starts to coalesce
Rash beginning on the head and spreading to the trunk and extremities over a few days.
Resolution of fever soon after rash appearance.
Fever, coryza, cough, conjunctivitis
Mucosal involvement- oral koplik spots
What rash is characteristic of chicken pox?
Varicella zoster virus
Macules -> papules -> pustules -> crusted blisters
Associated with headache, URTI, itch and fever
Affects face and trunk then spreads to limbs
What rash is characteristic of Scarlet fever?
Sandpaper rash affecting face, chest and upper arms
Caused by group A strep
Associated with sore throat, strawberry tongue 12-48 hours BEFORE rash
What rash is characteristic of Rubella?
Pale pink/red spots starting on the face and spreading distally
Can affect mucosa
Rash + swollen glands + fever
RF: not had MMR vaccine
What rash is characteristic of shingles?
Prodromal itching and burning pain
Vesicular rash in dermatomal distribution: erythematous maculopapular rash, which is followed by the appearance of clear vesicles.
DOES NOT CROSS THE MIDLINE
Need acyclovir
What rash characterises parvovirus B19?
Slapped-cheek rash
Lace-like rash on the trunk
What are differentials for purpuric rash in a child?
Meningococcal HUS HSP ITP Leukaemia NAI
What is HSP?
IgA-mediated vasculitis
Usually presents following streptococcal infection- URTI or gastroenteritis
Tetrad: rash, abdominal pain, arthralgia, glomerulonephritis
Usually self-resolving, supportive rx
What is ITP?
Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
purpuric rash + low platelets with no clear cause
Associated with epistaxis
Usually presents following viral infection
Usually supportive rx
What is HUS?
Haemolytic Uraemia syndrome
Haemolytic anaemia + AKI + thrombocytopenia
Usually occurs post e-coli 0157 infection
Present with bloody diarrhoea, abdo pain, vomiting, rash
Supportive rx
What are the most common causes of meningitis in neonates?
Group B strep
E-coli
Listeria
What are the most common causes of meningitis in kids >3m?
Neisseria meningitides
Streptococcus pneumoniae
How would you manage a child with suspected meningitis?
A-E assessment and observation
IV access + catheterise (measure urine output)
Give O2 (if indicated) and IV fluids
Bloods: FBC, CRP, U&E, LFT, cultures, blood gas
Urine culture
LP if stable enough
IV abx / acyclovir + steroids
What antibiotics are usually indicated in meningitis?
IV ceftriaxone
Add amoxicillin in neonates to cover for listeria
Why do you give steroids in meningitis?
Reduce meningeal inflammation
Reduces risk of deafness and neurological complications
What LP results would you expect in BACTERIAL meningitis?
Raised opening pressure
Raised neutrophil count, low or normal lymphocytes
Elevated protein content
Low glucose
May have turbid appearance
What LP results would you expect in VIRAL meningitis?
Raised opening pressure
High lymphocyte count, low neutrophils
Elevated protein
Normal glucose
Clear looking fluid
What LP results would you expect in TB meningitis?
Raised opening pressure Straw-coloured fluid Low neutrophils, raised lymphocytes High protein Very low glucose
What are red flags for sepsis in kids?
Low GCS Parental concern Weak/high-pitched/continuous cry Grunting/apnoea Low sats, severe tachypnoea, tachy/bradycardia No wet nappy Rash, mottled, cyanotic hypo/hyperthermia
What are the sepsis 6 steps in paeds?
- High-flow oxygen
- IV/IO access- blood cultures, gas, glucose, FBC, U&E
- IV antibiotics
- IV fluids
- Call in senior help
- Consider inotropes
What is the most common type of leukaemia in children?
ALL
Red flags for leukaemia in children:
Unexplained bruising/petechiae Hepatosplenomegaly Pallor/anaemia Recurrent infection Persistent fever and lymphadenopathy Bone pain Weight loss/failure to thrive
How would you investigate suspected leukaemia?
FBC: high WBC or pancytopenia
Blood film: high proportion of blast cells
Clotting: deranged
LDH + uric acid elevated due to high cell turnover
Bone marrow aspirate = gold standard
What is the most common type of brain tumour in children?
Medulloblastoma
What is the characteristic sign of Ewing’s sarcoma?
Bone pain
Onion-like structure on imagine
What is the most common type of bone cancer in children?
Osteosarcoma
What is the characteristic sign of retinoblastoma?
Leukocoria - white instead of red reflex
May have family history
What characterises an indirect hernia?
Emergence through the deep inguinal ring
Holding over deep ring and asking to cough with prevent emergence of the hernia
How would you differentiate an inguinal hernia from a hydrocele?
Can’t get above a hernia on examination
Hernia will not transilluminate on examination, hydrocele will
How are inguinal hernias managed?
Stable: taxis (compression with analgesia) and planned surgery
If incarcerated/irreducible: emergency surgery to avoid strangulation
How are hydroceles managed?
Usually no management and resolve on their own
If not resolved by 2 years, surgery may be considered
At what age should undescended testes be reassessed?
By 3 months - majority descend on their own by this stage
What is the management for persistently undescended testes?
Orchidopexy performed by the age of 1 year
Which congenital deformity increases the risk of testicular torsion?
Bell-Clapper deformity
What is the management for testicular torsion?
Surgical fixation of BOTH testes
What is the most common cause of nephrotic syndrome in children?
Minimal change syndrome
Usually steroid-responsive
What are the symptoms of nephrotic syndrome in children?
Peri-orbital oedema- esp on waking
Breathlessness
Ascites
Infections (due to loss of immunoglobulins in the urine)
How do you manage nephrotic syndrome?
8 week tapering course of prednisolone + prophylactic antibiotics
At what age are UTIs more common in boys?
<1 year
How should upper UTIs be managed?
Co-amoxiclav or cefalexin
When should UTIs be investigated more thoroughly?
Recurrent infection
Atypical bacteria
<6m old
What is the gold standard investigation for vesicoureteric reflux?
Micturating cystogram
How should nocturnal enuresis be investigated?
Urine dip- to rule out infection
Urine osmolality: assessment of ability to concentrate urine
USS renal tract to rule out anatomical causes
What is the management algorithm for nocturnal enuresis?
- Behavioural changes: no drinking before bed, avoid caffeinated drinks, ensure adequate fluid intake in the daytime, manage constipation, correct voiding posture
- Positive reinforcement of behaviour
- Enuresis alarms
- Desmopressin (increases water reabsorption)
- Psychological therapies
How does ADPKD usually present in children?
Abdominal pain/mass
Incidental finding of hypertension
What infection causes Lyme disease?
Borrelia Burgdorferi - from Tics
What are the symptoms of Lyme disease?
Erythema migrans: target rash appearing at the site of the tic bite + non-specific flu symptoms
Several weeks later: aseptic meningitis, facial palsy, arthritis, carditis
Months-years later: neuropsychiatric manifestations
What is the management of Lyme disease?
Prophylactic doxycycline within 72 hours of the bite Amoxicillin treatment (doxycycline if >12 due to tooth staining)
What are the symptoms of Kawasaki disease?
Fever > 5 days Conjunctivitis Strawberry tongue Arthralgia Induration on hands and feet Erythematous rash Cervical lymphadenopathy
How would you investigate Kawasaki disease?
Echo= gold standard to rule out aneurysms
ECG
Bloods: raised ESR and CRP, normocytic anaemia, high WBC and platelets
What is the treatment for Kawasaki disease?
Aspirin
IVIG within 10 days
Echo at 6 weeks
May need long term anticoagulation
What score is used to guide treatment for Kawasaki disease?
Z score
How much larger coronary artery diameter is compared to average
What features suggest a simple febrile seizure?
< 15min duration Self-terminating No recurrence in 24 hours Occurring during a febrile episode No acute neurological disease
When is admission necessary for a febrile seizure?
Complex seizure
< 18m
Recurrence in 24 hours
Not during a febrile episode
What features suggest a complex febrile seizure?
Lasting over 15 minutes / anticonvulsants used to terminate before this point
Recurring within 24 hours
Post-ictal neurological abnormalities (Todd’s palsy)
What is the most important condition to rule out in a child presenting with febrile seizures?
Meningitis - should do LP
What parental advice should be given re. febrile seizures?
- Clear mouth and loosen anything around neck
- Protect head but do not restrain
- Call ambulance if persisting >5min or if rescue meds ineffective >5min
- May receive buccal midazolam/rectal diazepam rescue packs for use at 5 mins
- Record seizure if possible
What are differentials for seizures in a child?
Febrile seizure Inborn error of metabolism Epilepsy Meningitis Head trauma Ingestion of toxin Iatrogenic- medication
What is first line management for generalised tonic-clonic seizures in children?
Lamotrigine- esp for girls
Valproate can be considered in boys
What is first line management for absence seizures in children?
Ethosuxamide in girls
Valproate appropriate for boys
What is first line management for myoclonic seizures in children?
Leviteracetam- esp in girls
Valproate can be considered in boys
What doses should be used in the management of paediatric status epilepticus?
- IV lorazepam 0.1mg/kg
2. buccal/rectal preparations 0.5mg/kg
What are the risk factors for developing cerebral palsy?
Antenatal: prematurity, SGA, IU infection, multiple gestation, maternal smoking/drinking/drug usage, anything causing inflammation/ischaemia
Perinatal: complicated labour, asphyxia, cord around neck
Postnatal: NAI, head trauma, meningitis, encephalitis, cardiopulmonary arrest, hypoglycaemia, stroke, choking/drowning
What are characteristic features of cerebral palsy?
Developmental delay Seizures Altered tone and power in the limbs, head lag Speech and language difficulty Jerky/clumsy/uncontrolled movements Seizures, scoliosis, hip dislocation Muscle spasm and tiptoe walking
What management is available for cerebral palsy?
- Physiotherapy to maintain and improve strength- splinting and stretching to prevent contractures
- SALT and OT
- School support
- Symptom control:
Baclofen/botox for spasm
Diazepam/botox for stiffness
Anticonvulsants
Laxatives
Analgesia
How would you treat group B strep infections of a newborn?
Benzylpenicillin or ampicillin + gentamycin
If over a month old: cefuroxime, cefotaxime or ceftriaxone
What are characteristic features of autism spectrum disorders in children?
- Speech and language delay/difficulty
- Social impairment
- Rigid behaviours and interests
- Motor stereotypes: hand flapping, flicking, bouncing, rocking
- Inability to grasp social cues and difficulty making friends
- Difficulty and stress in new situations
What are the three domains of ADHD?
- Impaired attention
- Hyperactivity
- Impulsivity
How is ADHD diagnosed?
6+ features of impaired attention
6+ features of hyperactivity/impulsivity
- > Present in more than 1 environment/situation
- > Duration >6 months
What is the first line medical management for ADHD?
Methylphenidate
What should be monitored regularly in children taking pharmacological management for ADHD?
Height and weight
What is the inheritance pattern for Duchenne muscular dystrophy?
X-linked recessive
What are the key features of Duchenne’s?
Waddling gait Language delay Gower's sign: pronating and using hands to walk back up body to stand Calf hypertrophy as initial compensation Scoliosis Nocturnal hypoxia Cardiomyopathy and respiratory failure
What pH places DKA in the severe category?
<7.1
What complication of DKA treatment must be avoided?
Cerebral oedema
- Do not routinely give fluid boluses
- Lower limits for maintenance fluids
What must be added to fluids in treating DKA?
Potassium - insulin causes shift into the cells
0.9% NaCl + 40mmol/L KCl should be used
How is DKA managed in children?
- A-E assessment, full set of obs, blood gas
- IV fluids first
- Commence IV insulin 1-2 hours afterwards
Fluid: 0.9% NaCl + 40mmol KCl
Assume 5% deficit or 10% if severe
For each kg <10= 2ml/kg/hr then for each kg 10-40= 1ml/kg/hour
If >40kg= 40ml/hr max
Start insulin IV 0.05-0.1unit/kg/hr
Once glucose <14mmol/L, introduce NaCl with 5% glucose
IV fluids can be stopped once ketosis resolved
Patients should have continuous ECG monitoring due to the risk of potassium disturbance.
How would you manage cerebral oedema?
IV mannitol
Hypertonic saline
What is the diagnostic test for vesicoureteric reflux?
DMSA scan
At what ages do children have the DTPP vaccine?
8 weeks
12 weeks
16 weeks
3 years 4 months
At what ages do children have the HiB vaccine?
8 weeks 12 weeks 16 weeks 1 year 3 years 4 months
At what ages do children have the hep B vaccine?
8 weeks
12 weeks
16 weeks
3 years 4 months
At what ages do children have the men B vaccine?
8 weeks, 16 weeks, 1 year
At what ages do children have the MMR vaccine?
1 year
3 years 4 months
At what age is corrective surgery for hypospadias performed?
12m