PANCE - Meds/Vaccines Flashcards

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Can multiple vaccines be put in one syringe?

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Yes actually preferred and do not diminish immune response or increase rate of adverse events

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Contraindications to vaccines

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  • anaphylactic reactions to previous vaccines
  • encephalopathy within 7 days of DTaP
  • Pregnancy or immunocomp’d (avoid live vaccines)
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What are live vaccines?

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MMR, varicella, live attenuated influenza

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When should live vaccines be avoided?

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pregnancy

immunocompromised

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Vaccine preservatives that commonly cause anaphylaxis? In which vaccines?

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neomycin and streptomycin in MMR and inactivated polio vaccine

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Child with otitis media treatment

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1st line: amoxicillin

then Augmentin or Omnicef (Cefdinir)

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If Baker’s yeast allergy then avoid _____ vaccine.

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Hep B

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If egg allergy then avoid _____ vaccine.

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influenza

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9
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If gelatin allergy then avoid _____ vaccine.

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varicella

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10
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Precaution with all vaccines and consider rescheduling when…

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patient has moderate to severe illness and fever (>102.5 F)

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When should MMR and varicella vaccine be postponed?

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recent administration of immunoglobins; wait 3 to 6 months

recent thrombocytopenic purpura

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Contraindication to DTaP

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chronic seizure disorder

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Pregnant patients should avoid what vaccines?

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HPV, live influenza, MMR, varicella, polio

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Patients immunized with varicella should avoid what?

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avoid family members with immunodeficiency

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Pharmacogenetics

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study of genetically determined variations in drug responses for individual patients

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genetic polymorphism

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All copies of a specific gene present within a population may not have identical nucleotide sequences. These differences contribute to variability observed in a patient population

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Average weights of neonate, 1, 4, 9, 14 year old

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neonate = 7 lbs
1 yo = 20 lbs
4 yo = 40 lbs
9 yo = 70 lbs
14 yo = 100 lbs
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Differences in the neonate gut and digestion

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  • more basic pH due to milk and less gastric acid secretion
  • slower gut motility
  • decreased plasma protein binding (albumin has lower affinity for drugs)
  • reduced biliary function
  • reduced renal and liver function
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Albumin binds more to _____ agents and alpha1-acid glycoprotein binds more _______ agents.

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acidic

basic

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Renal clearance of neonates and what this causes?

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drug elimination is prolonged and increases risk of renal toxicity

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How is half-life different in neonates compared to adults?

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half-life much longer in neonates

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Drugs that are cleared by kidney and thus in the neonate’s system much longer than adult

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penicillins, morphine, diazepam, phenytoin, acetaminophen

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Enzymes necessary for adult level glucuronidation don’t develop until age _____.

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3-4 yo

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glucuronidation

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a phase II detoxification pathway in liver which conjugates glucuronic acid to toxins. Effectively detoxifies most commonly prescribed drugs

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OTC med with most mortalities and morbidities in infants
Cough/cold meds (antihistamines, decongestants, cough suppressants) *controversial studies about whether they even help or may cause more problems
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How are kg converted to lbs?
weight (lbs.) / 2.2 1 kg = 2.2 lbs 10 kg = 22 lbs
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How is dosing done in pediatric patients?
according to weight in kg or body surface area
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Common causes of dehydration in pediatric patient
vomiting, diarrhea, fever and hyperventilation
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Low vs high sodium dehydration
Hyponatremia: more electrolyte loss than water Hypernatremic: more water loss than electrolyte loss; due to oral rehydration solutions (ORS) with excess sodium or due to fever and hyperventilaiton
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symptoms of hyponatremia
N/V
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Homemade ORS recipe
6 tsps sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 liter of water
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Signs of severe dehydration
rapid weak pulse cyanosis cold limbs signs of shock or coma
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When is IV hydration necessary?
severe hydration uncontrolled vomiting unable to drink d/t extreme fatigue, stupor, or coma Gastric or intestinal distention
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Dehydration management
Mild/mod: rehydration with ORS | Severe: IV fluids (20 mL/kg of 0.9% saline or other isotonic solution)
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Define nocturnal enuresis
urinary incontinence during sleep in children 5 yo or older who have never achieved satisfactory nighttime dryness and don't have bladder dysfunction or infection
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DDX of daytime enuresis
UTI, bladder dysfunction, child abuse
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Nocturnal enuresis management
- Education and reassurance (usually outgrow) - Motivational therapy - Enuresis alarms - Desmopressin prn
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MOA of Desmopressin
synthetic ADH analogue
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Indications of Desmopressin
nocturnal enuresis (short term), diabetes insipidus, hemophila A, von Willebrand's disease
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Common ADR of Desmopressin
fatigue and runny nose * MI, lyte imbalances, seizure serious but very rare
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General management of diaper dermatitis
- Topical barrier ointments: zinc oxide (Desitin), petroleum jelly, NO powders - Add antifungal if candida suspected - Add low-potency topical steroid if severely inflamed irritant dermatitis * don't use steroid and anti fungal together - Frequent diaper changes and airing out
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How to treat common cold symptoms under 6 months old? if older than 6 months?
< 6 mon: acetaminophen | > 6 mon: acetaminophen or ibuprofen
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How to treat nasal congestion in kids?
Conservative: saline nose drops, cool mist humidifier Topical decongestants like oxymetazoline (Afrin) if over 6 yo Sedating antihistamine (diphenhydramine) if over 2 yo
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How to treat pharyngitis in kids?
- Throat lozenges and sprays | - Gargling with diphenhydramine if able to
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How to treat cough and chest congestion in kids?
Physiotherapy by parent - with child face down on knee, gently tap back Honey (not under 1 yo) No cough suppressant meds given
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Alternative therapies and supplements for common cold
Work: Vitamin C prophylaxis, zinc Don't work: echinacea, essential oils, chiropractors
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Benefits of fluoride
mineralization of bone and teeth, strengthens enamel, prevents cavities
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When should fluoride supplements be given?
high risk for dental caries, drinking water deficient in fluoride
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When are fluoride supplements started?
6 months old
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Uses of Cefdinir (Omnicef)
alternative antibiotic for children - upper and lower airways, middle ear, pharynx, skin
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MOA of Omnicef
inhibits cell wall synthesis
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ADR of Omnicef
GI upset (esp diarrhea), Candida infections, red-brown stool, CDAD
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DI of Omnicef
Warfarin (since omnicef disrupts Vit K synthesis) Antacids and iron supplements (omnicef likes to bind to cations)
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When does gastric emptying time reach normal adult function?
6-8 months
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When do kidneys reach normal adult function?
GFR: 6 mon | renal blood flow and tubular secretion: 9 mon
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When does microbial flora reach normal adult pattern?
infant
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Describe development of normal total body water
neonate: increased (75%) infant: increased child: adult pattern (60%)
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When does BBB permeablitiy reach normal adult pattern?
infant
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When does albumin and drug protein binding reach normal adult pattern?
1 year
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What is fat composition of neonate, infant, and children?
neonate: decreased (15-20% of TBW, may be as low as 1% in preterm) infant: decreased (21-26% of TBW) child: boys (12%), girls (25%)
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What parameters of function are increased in neonates compared to adults?
- Permeability of BBB | - Total body water
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Cough/cold products (diphenhydramine) not recommended in age _____ unless good reason. Use contraindicated in age _______.
< 6 yo | < 2 yo
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IBUPROFEN not recommended in age _____ unless good reason. Ibuprofen contraindicated in age _______.
< 6 mon | < 2 mon