Paediatrics/Neonates

Question 1

What is a good way to assess dehydration in an infant?

Answer 1

Take notice of the weight of their nappies and the frequency of the changes.

Question 2

What is the best way to treat dehydration in a breastfed baby?

Answer 2

Offer feeds more often.

Question 3

What is always the first line treatment option for nappy rash?

Answer 3

Barrier creams

Question 4

If you are using a cortisone cream in combination with a barrier cream, which order should you use them in?

Answer 4

You should use to cortisone cream first as to not occlude it with the barrier cream.

Question 5

What are 4 factors to consider relating to drug therapy in paediatrics and neonates?

Answer 5

1. AGE, TERM OR PRETERM
2. HEALTH – medical conditions and other medicines
3. WEIGHT AND HEIGHT
4. DOSE FORM PREFERENCE – capsules, tablets, liquid