session 11 Chronic Paediatric Conditions and Specail needs

Question 1

Define a chronic condition

Answer 1

a condition that is expected to last longer than 3 mths

Question 2

define disability

Answer 2

a limitation that interferes with the childs ability to perform at age expected activities

Question 3

What are some of the feature of downs syndrome?

Answer 3

Flat face with upward slanting eyes
low set ears
small head, hands and feet
wide space between eyes
protruding tongue
bushfield spots - blue/white spots speckling iris

Question 4

what are the nursing considerations for downs syndrome?

Answer 4

congenital heart disease
hearing problems
intestinal problems
coeliac disease
eye problems
thyroid dysfunction
skeletal problems
infectious disease

Question 5

Define spina bifida

Answer 5

Birth abnormality were the spine lacks usual protective skeletal and soft tissue coverings

Question 6

what prevents spina bifida

Answer 6

folic acid

Question 7

What product are suffers of spina bifida allergic to and should not be used on them?

Answer 7

latex products

Question 8

define cerebal palsy

Answer 8

a group of permanent disorders of movement and posture development. Contractures develop that limit joint movement

Question 9

What nusing care is given to a CP patient

Answer 9

Promote adequate nutrition - require higher fibre intake due to immobility that leads to constipation