Hondros NUR 232 PEDS exam 2 with complete solutions.

Hondros NUR 232 PEDS exam 2 with complete solutions. A1C goals for kids in age groups toddlers 8.5 A1C goals for kids in age groups ages 6-12 less than 8 A1C goals for kids in age groups adolescent less than 7.5 cystic fibrosis sprinkle pancreatic enzymes on top of food for every meal asthma 3 things that happen mucus production bronchioconstrition - albuterol (always give 1st) inflammation montelucast, singulair metered dose inhalers for children under what age? 5 what is alvuterol? short acting beta-antagonish, does nothing for mucus children with epilotitis never put anything in their mouth know ear drops for childrens below 3 pull pinna down and back know ear drops childrens above 3 pull pinna up and back glucocortcoids can do what is in children? slow growth how to reduce compartment syndrome elevate extremity why children are in respiratory distress more frequently because infants are nose breathers also has to do with surface area or their pathophysiology shorter and narrower airways imaging to dx appendicitis ct scan children can not take what dm medication? metformin Prevent ear infections breastfeed do not prop the bottle treat allergies vaccines (pneumococcal) what ATB is most common used? amoxicillin cipro if allergic ATB education take all of it at 12 years of age how to give meds cup of liquid or a pill to swallow if child has prescribed amoxicillin what are s/s of allergies rash, hives, scratchy throat, SOB syspnea, give epi for allergies when you go into a room to give vaccines what is the best way to give it? recommnet the child is held on the lap always give VIS do not aspirate bribes are okay allow other staff members to help giving medications IM do not give to fast s/s of dyhydration tachycardia poor skin turgor sunken anterior fontanelle irritability no tears when crying dry mucus membranes decreased urinary output sprained ankle treatment RICE NSAIDS keep toddlers safe gates for stairs plugs for outlet