Physical Assessment Flashcards
premature closure of cranial sutures
craniostenosis
when does the anterior fontanel close
2-3 months
when does the posterior fontanel close
2-18 months
at what age should the cranial sutures close
2-3 years
what does a black or opaque reflex of the eye indicate
cataracts
what does a white spot in the eye indicate
retinoblastoma
what is the treatment for retinoblastoma
surgical removal of the eye
when is auditory testing done (2 x)
before leaving the hospital
before starting school
how do you position the ear ages 3+
pinna up & back
how do you position the ear under 3 years
pinna down & back
how should the tonsils appear in young children
enlarged
funnel chest w/ a big indentation
pectus excavatum
pigeon chest w/ ribs outward
pectus carinatum
how often are bowel sounds heard
10-30 seconds
which test is used to identify children whose developmental levels are below normal
Denver developmental screening test
