Pediatrics and Pregnancy Flashcards
Neonate
1st month of life
Infant
1-12 months old
Toddler
1-3 years old
Preschool/ early childhood
3-6 years
Middle childhood
6-12 year
Adolescents
13-18 years
Time frame that cradle cap usually occurs in
3 weeks old to 12 months old (peak incidence at about 3 months)
2 possible causes of cradle cap
- Elevated levels of Malassezia
2. Maternal transfer of androgens
Agent that can be applied to scalp during cradle cap to loosen scales
Emollient (white petrolium, mineral oil, vegetable oil, baby oil)
2 treatment options for cradle cap that are not for self-care
- Medicated shampoos (sulfur and salicylic acid)
2. Low potency hydrocortisone cream
Typical age when teething occurs
Begins around 6-10 months and typically completed by 30 months
Time period after which teething should be referred if there is still no improvement in symptoms
3-5 days
Risk associated with FDA warning for use of benzocaine in kids
Increased risk of methemoglobinemia
Intense, high-pitched crying for no apparent reason
Colic
4 criteria to qualify as colic
At least 3 hrs/day
At least 3 days/wk
For at least 3 wks
less than 3 yrs old
Homeopathic formulation that claims to relieve upset stomach and discomfort caused by colic but is NOT FDA approved
Gripe water
Anti-flatulent that can be used to help with colic by breaking up gas bubbles in the gut
Simethicone
Max doses/day of simethicone
12 dose/day
Period of time for diaper rash that should be referred if not improved
7 days
Minimum number of diaper changes per day in order to help prevent diaper rash
minimum 6/day
Diaper rash cream that includes zinc oxide, Vitamin F, Vitamin B5, Shea butter
Mustela vitamin barrier cream
Diaper rash cream that is derived from a flower and promotes epithelial growth and enhances immune response
Calendula Cream
AAP recommends exclusive breast feeding for this period of time
1st 6 months, then continued breast feeding as complementary foods are introduced
Increased dietary needs for mother during breast feeding
450-500 kcal
