Pediatrics and Pregnancy

Question 1

Neonate

Answer 1

1st month of life

Question 2

Infant

Answer 2

1-12 months old

Question 3

Toddler

Answer 3

1-3 years old

Question 4

Preschool/ early childhood

Answer 4

3-6 years

Question 5

Middle childhood

Answer 5

6-12 year

Question 6

Adolescents

Answer 6

13-18 years

Question 7

Time frame that cradle cap usually occurs in

Answer 7

3 weeks old to 12 months old (peak incidence at about 3 months)

Question 8

2 possible causes of cradle cap

Answer 8

1. Elevated levels of Malassezia

2. Maternal transfer of androgens

Question 9

Agent that can be applied to scalp during cradle cap to loosen scales

Answer 9

Emollient (white petrolium, mineral oil, vegetable oil, baby oil)

Question 10

2 treatment options for cradle cap that are not for self-care

Answer 10

1. Medicated shampoos (sulfur and salicylic acid)

2. Low potency hydrocortisone cream

Question 11

Typical age when teething occurs

Answer 11

Begins around 6-10 months and typically completed by 30 months

Question 12

Time period after which teething should be referred if there is still no improvement in symptoms

Answer 12

3-5 days

Question 13

Risk associated with FDA warning for use of benzocaine in kids

Answer 13

Increased risk of methemoglobinemia

Question 14

Intense, high-pitched crying for no apparent reason

Answer 14

Colic

Question 15

4 criteria to qualify as colic

Answer 15

At least 3 hrs/day
At least 3 days/wk
For at least 3 wks
less than 3 yrs old

Question 16

Homeopathic formulation that claims to relieve upset stomach and discomfort caused by colic but is NOT FDA approved

Answer 16

Gripe water

Question 17

Anti-flatulent that can be used to help with colic by breaking up gas bubbles in the gut

Answer 17

Simethicone

Question 18

Max doses/day of simethicone

Answer 18

12 dose/day

Question 19

Period of time for diaper rash that should be referred if not improved

Answer 19

7 days

Question 20

Minimum number of diaper changes per day in order to help prevent diaper rash

Answer 20

minimum 6/day

Question 21

Diaper rash cream that includes zinc oxide, Vitamin F, Vitamin B5, Shea butter

Answer 21

Mustela vitamin barrier cream

Question 22

Diaper rash cream that is derived from a flower and promotes epithelial growth and enhances immune response

Answer 22

Calendula Cream

Question 23

AAP recommends exclusive breast feeding for this period of time

Answer 23

1st 6 months, then continued breast feeding as complementary foods are introduced

Question 24

Increased dietary needs for mother during breast feeding

Answer 24

450-500 kcal

Question 25

kcal in human breast milk

Answer 25

160 kcal/cup

Question 26

Formula to use for milk or soy allergy of Celiac’s disease

Answer 26

Protein hydrolysate formulation

Question 27

Formula to use for GERD

Answer 27

Thickened formula

Question 28

Max amount of time that formula should be left out

Answer 28

2 hours

Question 29

Max amount of time that formula may be kept in the fridge once mixed or opened

Answer 29

48 hours

Question 30

Time during gestation when the baby is most sensitive to harm

Answer 30

2-8 weeks

Question 31

First line antacids in pregnancy

Answer 31

Calcium carbonate and magnesium

Question 32

DOC for pain and fever during 1st and 2nd trimester

Answer 32

Acetaminophen

Question 33

DOC for allergies in pregnancy and lactation

Answer 33

Intranasal cromolyn

Question 34

First generation antihistamine of choice in pregnancy

Answer 34

Chlorpheniramine

Question 35

Time that is considered premature gestation

Answer 35

Less than 36 weeks