Week 2 Care of pediatric clients with GI/GU dysfunction Flashcards
How do F/E imbalances differ in children?
They are more frequent
They don’t adjust as quickly
What is the total body water percent of a newborn?
75%
What is the total body water percent of an infant
65%
What is the total body water percent of a child
60%
How do infants BSA’s differ from adults?
they are 2-3 times larger than that of an adult or older child
How is an infants GI tract different?
Its longer
What are the implications of a longer GI tract in infants?
They are more prone to diarrhea and thus higher risk for FVL
What is important to consider about an infants kidney function?
Their kidneys are immature until 2 years of age. This increases the risk of drug toxicity
Infants have a higher BMR. What does this mean for fluid volume?
They run hotter and breath faster so they have larger insensible water loss from skin and lungs
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to LOC?
They become lethargic
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to B/P
It is low
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to pulse
its high
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to skin turgor. Where is it assessed?
it becomes poor. Assess on abdomen or sternum
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to mucus membranes?
They become dry
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to Urine output
It drops
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to Thirst?
its high
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to Fontanels?
They become sunken
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to Extremities?
Cap refill becomes slow
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to respirations?
they change
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to weight?
drops
When a pediatric patient is dehydrated, what happens to tears?
Absent
What are the common causes of dehydration in young children/infants?
- Loss of sodium containing fluids
- Radiant heaters
- Adrenal insuff. 3rd spacing
- Diuretics
- Excessive exercise
- Burns
If a child is being given ORT and is vomiting what is to be done?
Keep up with the ORT. even if its down for a few minutes it still helps
if giving juice or soda for ORT what needs to be done?
Dilute it to half strength
Should ORT include only water?
No, some sugar is needed to absorb na
In pediatric patients, mild dehydration is characterized by what traits? How is it treated?
40-50ml/kg or 5% weight loss
Treated with ORS @50ml/kg
In pediatric patients, moderate dehydration is characterized by what traits? what is the treatment?
60-90 ml/kg loss or (6-9%)
Replace with 100ml/kg ORS
in pediatric patients, severe dehydration is characterized by what traits? How is it treated?
100ml/kg lost (10% or more)
Replace with IV and ORS
After what age is specific gravity used as an assessment in children
2 years old
What are the three most common pediatric GI motility disorders?
- Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis
- Hirschsprung’s disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
Describe acute Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis
It has a sudden onset. Often caused by infections both viral or bacterial. It’s normally self-limiting if it’s not causing dehydration
What is a common viral cause of acute Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis in infants? How is it prevented?
Rotavirus
there is a vaccine
What is the common cause of acute viral Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis in children over 2?
the norwalk virus
Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis is considered chronic after how many days?
14
with chronic Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis, there is a very high risk of
Malabsorption
One condition that can cause malabsorption r/t the food we eat is ____
Lactose intolerance
Chronic Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis can be caused by poor management of ___
Acute Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis
When a child presents with chronic Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis what are some questions to ask?
Do they have allergies, IBS, or are they lactose intolerant?
How is Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis diagnosed?
Based off of history and severity.
- If other diseases are present
- Other symptoms present
- Hx of ABO use
How is Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis treated?
For acute, it’s often watchful waiting
The key is to assess and treat fluid imbalances using ORT/ORS
What are not to be given to children with Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis
Antidiarrheals, clear liquids, or the BRAT diet
What kind of diet should a child with Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis have?
whatever they can tolerate
How do you prevent Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis?
Hand hygiene especially after diaper changes
What is some good anticipatory guidance for parents with young children prone to Diarrhea/Gastroenteritis
Keep ORS on hand so you don’t have to go to the store later
What does a CBC test?
Blood counts. Specifically Hemoglobin, Hematocrit, WBC’s and platelets
What does a BMP test?
Sodium, Chloride, BUN, Potassium, HCO3, creatinine, and glucose
What does the CMP test?
Everything in the BMP plus Calcium, albumin, total protein, ALP, ALT, AST, and Bilirubin tests. (these are liver tests)
What is in the electrolyte panel?
CMP plus Blood gasses and osmolality
What is Hirschsprung’s disease?
Congenital aganglionic megacolon
Basically, a large colon with portions of it that have no innervation (no motility)
Hirschsprung’s disease occurs in _____ births
1/5000
Hirschsprung’s disease accounts for ____ of all neonatal colon obstructions
33%
Hirschsprung’s disease is ____ more times common in males
3-4
75% of Hirschsprung’s disease is limited to the ____ area
Rectosigmoid area
What are the six assessments for Hirschsprung’s disease. Which one is key?
- Bilious vomiting
- Chronic constipation/ab. distention
- FTT
- Ribbon-like, foul-smelling stools and a palpable fecal mass this is key
- Enterocolitis
- Hx, x-ray, rectal biopsy
What are some characteristics of enterocolitis?
Fever, Watery diarrhea, toxic appearance
What is the treatment for Hirschsprung’s disease?
Resection
Childen with Hirschsprung’s disease have less fecal matter contact on their bottom and therefore ______
Their bottoms are more sensitive and require more skin care
After an infant has a bowel resection, they usually receive a temporary_____
colostomy depending on the location
What is Gastroesophageal reflux (GER)?
The return of gastric contents in the lower esophagus through the lower esophageal sphincter caused by TRLES
What is TRLES
Transient relaxations of the lower esophageal sphincter
What is the most common esophageal disorder in infants?
GER
When does GER usually begin to improve?
around 6-12 months when the esophagus begins to elongate and the LES moves below the diaphragm
What are the main manifestations of GER
- Resp. disorders (aspiration)
- Esophagitis
- Strictures (narrowing of the esophagus)
- Malnutrition
- FTT
- Bleeding (with GERD)
How often does GER occur in infants?
5/1000 or 1/200live births. Males 3x’s