Test Bank Exam Questions and Answers for Gastroenteritis,Dehydration, and DKA in Pediatrics 100%
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Gastroenteritis - Answers Inflammation of stomach and intestines, often infectious.
Dehydration - Answers Fluid loss exceeds intake, often from vomiting/diarrhea.
Metabolic Acidosis - Answers Excess acid in body due to bicarbonate loss.
Bicarbonate Loss - Answers Loss of bicarbonate-rich fluids during diarrhea.
Fluid Loss - Answers Significant fluid loss from vomiting and diarrhea.
Decreased Perfusion - Answers Reduced blood flow to tissues from hypovolemia.
Anaerobic Metabolism - Answers Energy production without oxygen, causing lactic acid.
Acid Accumulation - Answers Increased acids in blood leading to lower pH.
Children's Risks - Answers Higher body water content increases dehydration risk.
Immature Kidneys - Answers Less efficient in conserving water and electrolytes.
Antiemetics - Answers Medications like ondansetron to control vomiting.
Rehydration Solutions - Answers Fluids with electrolytes for dehydration treatment.
Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) - Answers Balanced salt solutions for rehydration.
Assessment - Answers Monitoring vital signs and fluid intake/output.
Fluid Volume Deficit - Answers Nursing diagnosis for dehydration state.
Insulin Deficiency - Answers Little or no insulin production in T1D.
Hyperglycemia - Answers High blood glucose due to insulin deficiency.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) - Answers Breakdown of fats producing acidic ketones.
Acid-Base Imbalance - Answers Disruption in body's acid-base homeostasis.
Electrolyte Imbalances - Answers Disturbances in electrolyte levels due to DKA.
Cerebral Edema - Answers Swelling of the brain, risk during DKA rehydration.
Pediatric Considerations - Answers Special factors to consider in managing DKA in children.
Critical Thinking - Answers Adjusting treatment based on patient responses.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Answers Working with healthcare teams for comprehensive care.
, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance - Answers Maintaining proper levels essential for body function.
Environmental Triggers - Answers Factors like infections affecting T1D risk.
Nutritional Support - Answers Continued feeding to maintain nutrition during illness.
Education - Answers Teaching caregivers about dehydration signs and fluid intake.
Acid-Base Balance - Answers Regulation of hydrogen ion concentration in body fluids.
Homeostasis - Answers Stable internal environment maintained by physiological processes.
Electrolytes - Answers Minerals that conduct electricity in body fluids.
Bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻) - Answers Primary buffer that neutralizes excess acids.
Hyperkalemia - Answers Elevated potassium levels in the bloodstream.
Sepsis - Answers Severe infection leading to systemic inflammatory response.
Lactic Acidosis - Answers Acidosis due to lactic acid buildup from anaerobic metabolism.
Third-spacing - Answers Fluid shifts from intravascular to interstitial spaces.
Tachypnea - Answers Increased respiratory rate, often compensatory.
Kussmaul Respirations - Answers Deep, labored breathing indicative of severe acidosis.
Hypovolemia - Answers Decreased blood volume affecting circulation.
Neurological Status - Answers Assessment of consciousness and cognitive function.
Skin Turgor - Answers Indicator of hydration status assessed by skin elasticity.
Capillary Refill Time - Answers Time taken for color to return after pressure release.
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) - Answers Test measuring pH, PaCO₂, and HCO₃⁻ levels.
Serum Electrolytes - Answers Blood test assessing sodium, potassium, and chloride levels.
Insulin Therapy - Answers Treatment to lower blood glucose in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Fluid Replacement - Answers Restoration of body fluids using isotonic solutions.
Electrolyte Correction - Answers Restoration of normal electrolyte levels in the body.
Immature Renal Function - Answers Less efficient kidney function in infants and young children.
Higher Body Water Content - Answers Infants have 75-80% total body water.
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Gastroenteritis - Answers Inflammation of stomach and intestines, often infectious.
Dehydration - Answers Fluid loss exceeds intake, often from vomiting/diarrhea.
Metabolic Acidosis - Answers Excess acid in body due to bicarbonate loss.
Bicarbonate Loss - Answers Loss of bicarbonate-rich fluids during diarrhea.
Fluid Loss - Answers Significant fluid loss from vomiting and diarrhea.
Decreased Perfusion - Answers Reduced blood flow to tissues from hypovolemia.
Anaerobic Metabolism - Answers Energy production without oxygen, causing lactic acid.
Acid Accumulation - Answers Increased acids in blood leading to lower pH.
Children's Risks - Answers Higher body water content increases dehydration risk.
Immature Kidneys - Answers Less efficient in conserving water and electrolytes.
Antiemetics - Answers Medications like ondansetron to control vomiting.
Rehydration Solutions - Answers Fluids with electrolytes for dehydration treatment.
Oral Rehydration Therapy (ORT) - Answers Balanced salt solutions for rehydration.
Assessment - Answers Monitoring vital signs and fluid intake/output.
Fluid Volume Deficit - Answers Nursing diagnosis for dehydration state.
Insulin Deficiency - Answers Little or no insulin production in T1D.
Hyperglycemia - Answers High blood glucose due to insulin deficiency.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) - Answers Breakdown of fats producing acidic ketones.
Acid-Base Imbalance - Answers Disruption in body's acid-base homeostasis.
Electrolyte Imbalances - Answers Disturbances in electrolyte levels due to DKA.
Cerebral Edema - Answers Swelling of the brain, risk during DKA rehydration.
Pediatric Considerations - Answers Special factors to consider in managing DKA in children.
Critical Thinking - Answers Adjusting treatment based on patient responses.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Answers Working with healthcare teams for comprehensive care.
, Fluid and Electrolyte Balance - Answers Maintaining proper levels essential for body function.
Environmental Triggers - Answers Factors like infections affecting T1D risk.
Nutritional Support - Answers Continued feeding to maintain nutrition during illness.
Education - Answers Teaching caregivers about dehydration signs and fluid intake.
Acid-Base Balance - Answers Regulation of hydrogen ion concentration in body fluids.
Homeostasis - Answers Stable internal environment maintained by physiological processes.
Electrolytes - Answers Minerals that conduct electricity in body fluids.
Bicarbonate (HCO₃⁻) - Answers Primary buffer that neutralizes excess acids.
Hyperkalemia - Answers Elevated potassium levels in the bloodstream.
Sepsis - Answers Severe infection leading to systemic inflammatory response.
Lactic Acidosis - Answers Acidosis due to lactic acid buildup from anaerobic metabolism.
Third-spacing - Answers Fluid shifts from intravascular to interstitial spaces.
Tachypnea - Answers Increased respiratory rate, often compensatory.
Kussmaul Respirations - Answers Deep, labored breathing indicative of severe acidosis.
Hypovolemia - Answers Decreased blood volume affecting circulation.
Neurological Status - Answers Assessment of consciousness and cognitive function.
Skin Turgor - Answers Indicator of hydration status assessed by skin elasticity.
Capillary Refill Time - Answers Time taken for color to return after pressure release.
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) - Answers Test measuring pH, PaCO₂, and HCO₃⁻ levels.
Serum Electrolytes - Answers Blood test assessing sodium, potassium, and chloride levels.
Insulin Therapy - Answers Treatment to lower blood glucose in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Fluid Replacement - Answers Restoration of body fluids using isotonic solutions.
Electrolyte Correction - Answers Restoration of normal electrolyte levels in the body.
Immature Renal Function - Answers Less efficient kidney function in infants and young children.
Higher Body Water Content - Answers Infants have 75-80% total body water.
