Pediatrics's Flashcards
What are the stages of development that fall in pediatrics?
Infancy Toddler Pre-Schooler School Age Adolescent
What is the age bracket for infant in the stages of development?
0-12 months (pedia concept)
0-18 months (psychia concept)
What is the age bracket for neonates?
0-28 days
What is the difference between growth and development?
growth (quantitative changes) is the changes in size (weight and height) while development (qualitative changes) is the changes in skill
What are the parameters of growth?
Weight and Height
Normal weight of newborns
2.5 - 3.5 kg
Macrosomia
> 3.5 kg (Large for gestational age)
What can cause macrosomia in newborns?
If the mother has GDM
What should you watch out with newborns after birth when the mother has GDM?
Watch out for hypoglycemia
Normal blood sugar level of newborn
40-60mg/dl
Microsomia
< 2.5 kg (Small for gestational age)
What can cause microsomia in newborns?
Smoking mother
Normal height of a newborn
45-55 cm
True or False: Newborn boys are heavier and longer afterbirth than newborn girls
True
True or False: Development can be measured
True
Assessment tools to determine development of an infant
DDST (Denver Development Screening Test)
MMDST (Metro Manila Development Screening Test)
What is the condition of the infant if his/her head still lags at 2 month?
Hydrocephalus
What age (months) does an infant have a higher risk of falling?
5 months
Is an infant sucking her own foot a good or bad sign?
Good (exercises muscle for standing and walking)
What is the age bracket for Toddlers in the stages of development?
1-3 yrs old
Mnemonic for the development of toddlers
RENTT
Ritualistic behavior Ego Centric Negativism Toileting Toothbrushing
What can cause temper tantrums
less developed language
Management for temper tantrums
- Safety (helmet/pillow)
2. Ignore
Ego Centric with Toddlers
Self centered; “MINE”
Negativism with Toddlers
Always say no
Ritualistic behavior with Toddlers
security objects (blanket)
Management for negativism with toddlers
provide choices/options (this develops the persons autonomy)
When should you start toileting?
18 months old [maturation of sphincters]