NR 328Pediatrics Exam 1 Study Guide

Infant Health Promotion Teaching on Leading Cause of Death Leading Cause of death: LBW, congenital anomalies, disorders relating to short gestation and unspecified LBW, SIDS, and newborn affected by maternal complications of pregnancy. Access to and use of high-quality prenatal care decrease early delivery and infant mortality. Teach parents about prenatal care, placing infant on back to sleep. Assist family on making informed decisions and that they are aware of all available health services, treatments and procedures. S/S of Pain in Infant Physiological Responses Vitals: Increased HR, Increased BP, rapid/shallow respirations Oxygenation: Decreased tcPo2, decreased Sao2 Skin: Pallor or flushing; diaphoresis; palmar sweating Other Observations: Increased muscle tone; dilated pupils; decreased vagal nerve tone; increased ICP; metabolic or endocrine changes; hyperglycemia; lowered pH, elevated corticosteroids. Behavioral Responses