Pediatric Nursing Unit 1 with answers graded A+

Pediatric Nursing Unit 1 Concepts in Pediatric Nursing - correct answer Growth: increase in size (height and weight) Development: gaining skills and abilities throughout life (developmental milestones) Stages of Development -Infant- 2 days to 1 year -Toddler- 1 to 3 years -Preschool- 3-6 years -School age- 6-12 years -Adolescent- 12-20 Physical Assessment of Child: Key Differences - correct answer Neuro: Immature blood brain barrier, infants have larger head GI: Immature GI system Integumentary: Thinner skin Respiratory: Higher respiratory rates, smaller airway Metabolic: Higher metabolic rate/immature immune system Ortho: Bones aren't completely ossified (bones bend more often then break) What should we consider when assessing a pediatric patient? - correct answer Non-threatening environment Privacy (what age group?) school age Age appropriate language Allow parents to remain with the child (sit on parents lap/hold infant) Demonstrate using medical equipment Pediatric Vital Signs - correct answer Important trends to remember: BP increases as children grow