Pediatric Psychiatry Flashcards
HEADSSS assessment
HOME EDUCATION ACTIVITIES DRUGS SEX SUICIDE/DEPRESSION SAFETY
ADOLESCENTS Depressive Symptoms
More sleep and appetite disturbances, delusions, suicidal ideation & acts, impairment of functioning
Compared to adults, more behavioral problems, fewer neuro-vegative symptoms
CHILDREN Depressive Symptoms
More symptoms of anxiety (i.e. phobias, separation anxiety), somatic complaints, auditory hallucinations
Express irritability with temper tantrums & behavior problems, have fewer delusions and serious suicide attempts
Intellectual Disability Definition
a neurodevelopmental disorder with multiple etiologies that encompass a broad spectrum of functioning, disability, and strengths.
The term replaces and improves upon the older term of “mental retardation”
IQ level below 70
Enuresis Medications
Desmopressin acetate (DDAVP), can cause hyponatremia
Oxybutynin: day time accident Tx.
Imipramine: tightens sphincter muscles
Encopresis
Repeated passage of feces into inappropriate places Causes: Long-term constipation Toilet refusal Psychological effects: Struggle within the family Conflict in other areas of child’s life