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Pediatrics
N/A
14
Nursing
Undergraduate 2
02/27/2012

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Term
Types of Learning Disorders
Definition

Dyslexia

Dysgraphia

Dyscalculia

Term
Developmental Problems associated with Autism
Definition

1.Delays in language and comm. skills

2.Abnormalities in language that does develop 3.Impairments in reciprocal social behavior

4.Ritualized and repetitive behavior patterns

5.Sterotyped, destructive and disruptive behavior

Term
Early red flags assoc. with Autism
Definition

1. No big smile or joyful expression by 6 mos

2. No babbling by 12 mos

3. No words by 16 mos

4. Any loss of speech or baby talk at any age

5. Does not respond to name by 12 mos

Term

Adverse effects of (d)methylphenidate (Ritalin Focalin)

 and mixed amphetamine (Adderall)

Definition

Moderate appetite suppression

 Mild sleep disturbance

Transient weight loss

Irritability Emergence of tics

Term
Adverse effects of atomoxetine (Straterra)
Definition

Nervousness

Sleep problems

Stomach upset

Fatigue

Dizziness

Dry mouth

Potential liver injury or suicidal ideation

Term
Lead (Pb3+) interferes with:
Definition

Calcium metabolism

Neurotransmitter mechanisms

Binding of Iron onto heme - anemia

Term
General signs of lead poisoning
Definition

Anemia

Abdominal pain

Vomiting

Constipation

Kidney damage (proteinuria)

Term
Early signs of lead poisoning on the CNS
Definition

Hyperactivity

Irritability

 Loss of developmental progress

Distractibility

Learning difficulties

Mild intellectual deficits

Term
Late signs of lead poisoning of the CNS
Definition

Mental retardation

Encephalopathy

Seizures

Coma

Death

Term
Lead affects what four organ systems?
Definition

Renal

Hepatic

Neurological

Hematological

Term
Common lead chelation agents
Definition

CaNa2EDTA

Dimercaprol (BAL)   Contraindicated with peanut allergies.

                             Given deep IM

succimer (Chemet) Oral admin over 19 days.

                            GI upset,

                            Elevated liver enzymes

Term
Manifestations of ectopic dermatitis in INFANTS
Definition

Erythema

Papules

Vesicles

Weeping/oozing

Crusting

Scalp is scaly

Intense itching

Term
Childhood manifestations of Ectopic dermatitis
Definition

Clusters of erythematous papules or minimally scaling patches

Dry skin

Lichenification

Keratosis pilaris - goose flesh appearance

Intense itching

 

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