peds exam 4
treatment of sickle cell crisis
"Hop" to it: Hydration Oxygen (prevents additional sickling) Pain relief
treatment of leukemia
(1) induction, which achieves a complete remission or clinical disappearance of leukemic cells (2) intensification, or consolidation, therapy, which further decreases the total tumor burden, (3) maintenance, which consists of further chemotherapy to ensure the disease stays in remission.
how to calculate ANC
(segs + bands) x WBC
Cushing triad - what is it a sign of?
*3 primary signs that often indicate an increase in ICP - increased systolic BP - decreased pulse (low CO) - decreased respiration
Right sided heart failure symptoms
*BODY:* -->Fatigue -->Ascites -->Increased Peripheral Venous Pressure -->JVD -->Edema -->Weight Gain -->GI Upset
hypo plastic left heart syndrome
*DECREASED blood flow to the lungs and body
Left sided heart failure symptoms
*LUNGS* -->Paroxysmal Nocturnal Dyspnea (Asleep and Woken Up Because Pt Feels Like they're Suffocating) -->Restlessness -->Confusion -->Cough -->Crackles -->Fatigue -->Cyanosis -->Wheeze -->Tachypnea/tachycardia
shock symptoms
*opposite of ICP - decreased BP - increased pulse - increased respiration
sickle cell anemia complications
- infections - stroke - URIs - leg ulcers - splenomegaly
brain tumors s/s
-headache (morning vomiting) -seizures and convulsions -abnormal growth -vision changes -changes in behavior -abnormal head position
guidelines for treating hyper cyanotic spells (TET spells)
-knee chest position -100% oxygen by face mask -give morphine -begin iv fluid replacement
s&S of testicular cancer
-lump or enlargement in either testicle -feeling of heaviness in the scrotum -dull ache in the abdomen or groin -sudden collection of fluid in the scrotum -pain or discomfort in testicle or scrotum
clinical manifestations Hodgkins lymphoma
-painless enlargement of lymph nodes -low grade fever, anorexia, nausea, night sweats, coughing
defects with tetralogy of fallout
-pulmonic stenosis -overriding aorta -ventricular septal defect -right ventricular hypertrophy
sickle cell anemia interventions
-supportive care -pain relief -hydration
digoxin -use -administration -toxicity side effect
-use: contractility of the heart -administration:assess apical HR for 1 min before administration -toxicity:bradycardia 0.5-2
age requirement for TDAP vaccine
11-12 years
Menigiococcal vaccines
11-12 years also protects with other vaccines
HPV vaccine
11-12yrs -to protect individuals against 9 types of HPV
peak onset of testicular torsion
13 -surgical emergency to prevent necrosis
sickle cell anemia prevention of crisis
PREVENT -trauma -infection -stress -dehydration -hypoxia
if a child has received chemotherapy, when should the child receive vaccines?
6 months after chemotherapy has stopped
what increases a child's risk for developing Hodgkin lymphoma?
AIDS
cyanotic
Decreased pulmonary blood flow Mixed blood flow -tetralogy of fallot, tricuspid atresia
what abnormality puts a child more at risk for developing leukemia?
Down syndrome
components of HEADSS assessment
Home Education Activity Drugs Sexual activity/identity Suicide/depression
neutropenic precautions
Isolation procedures to protect an immunocompromised patient from infections
A child is admitted to the hospital with a febrile seizure. What action should the nurse take? Keep the child supine. Place the child in isolation. Keep the room temperature low and bedclothes to a minimum. Place a padded tongue blade at the bedside.
Keep the room temperature low and bedclothes to a minimum.
Kawasaki manifestations
Manifestations: high fever, strawberry tongue, edema, extreme irritability, arthritis, coronary complications
Which action should the nurse include in the plan of care for a child with leukemia who has an absolute neutrophil count of 400/mm3 (0.4 X 109/L)? Restrict staff and visitors with active infections. Place the child in strict isolation. Consult with the primary care provider to administer an antiemetic. Increase the child's oral fluid intake.
Restrict staff and visitors with active infections.
interventions for blood transfusion reaction
Stop infusion Change tubing start IV of 0,9% sodium chloride. Keep tubing, bags to send back to lab
Kawasaki treatment
Treatment: high dose aspirin to help with clotting, steroids, IVIG
What helps absorb iron?
Vitamin C
thrombocytopenia
a condition in which there is an abnormally small number of platelets circulating in the blood, difficulty clotting
neutropenia
a decreased number of neutrophils
Reye's syndrome
a disorder defined as metabolic encephalopathy -fever, impaired consciousness and disorders liver function -cerebral edema with increased ICP
sickle cell anemia
a genetic disorder that causes abnormal hemoglobin, resulting in some red blood cells assuming an abnormal sickle shape
The nurse is providing postoperative care for an infant who had a ventriculoperitoneal shunt placed to correct hydrocephalus. Which clinical finding warrants immediate intervention? abdominal distension lethargy facial edema headache
abdominal distension
Kawasaki disease
acute systemic vasculitis -inflammation of arteries
what factor is appropriate to consider when administering iron?
administer with ascorbic acid
sickle cell anemia inheritance
autosomal recessive, primarily in African Americans
what is the leading cause of death in children with sickle cell anemia?
bacterial infection
coarctation treatment
balloon dialation
stenosis treatment
balloon dilation
A toddler with a ventricular septal defect is receiving digoxin to treat heart failure. Which assessment finding should be the nurse's priority concern? bradycardia tachycardia hypertension hyperactivity
bradycardia
signs of puberty in boys and girls
breast development in girls growth of pubic hair in boys
signs and symptoms of ICP
bulging fontanel, irritability and restlessness, headache, N/V, drowsiness, distended scalp veins, poor feeding, seizures
A 4-year-old child with anemia is receiving oral iron supplements. What dietary recommendation would the nurse provide to this family? A.Administer the iron with a dairy product. B.Administer the iron with apple juice. C.Administer the iron with orange juice. D,Administer the iron prior to breakfast
c
Retinoblastoma s/s
cats eye reflex strabismis red painful eye blindness
which is the most common brain tumor occurring in childhood?
cerebellar astrocytoma
Henoch-Schonlein Purpura
common acquired disorder known as allergic vasculitis characterized by a - nonthrombocytopenic purport, arthritis, nephritis and abdominal pain -supportive care with NSAIDS, corticosteroids, and antihypertensives
anemia
decrease in number of RBC and or hemoglobin and decrease in oxygen carrying capacity of blood
pancytopenia
deficiency of all types of blood cells -aplastic anemia -tx bone marrow transplant
Leukemia S/S
early- low grade fever - pallor -Vomiting -anorexia Late- pain -hematuria -ulceration in mouth -enlarged testicles -signs of ICP
interventions to keep ICP controlled
elevating HOB 30 degrees, monitoring temp,
most common method of suicide attempt in adolescents
firearms, pills
VP shunt
for hydrocephelus -prevent ICP by draining extra fluid
cardiac output calculation
heart rate x stroke volume
transfusion reactions
hemolytic, febrile, allergic, air emboli, hypothermia, electrolyte disturbances
atrial septal defect blood flow pattern
hole in atrium -blood leaks into right atrium
impetigo
honey crusted lesions
manifestations of anemia
increased HR, cyanosis, growth retardation, CNS issues
CSF results in bacterial meningitis
increased WBC, decrease glucose, increased protien, cloudy
Erkison stages 1-5
infant: trust vs mistrust toddler: autonomy vs shame and doubt preschool: initiative vs guilt school age: industry vs inferiority adolescent: Identity vs role confusion
A nurse is assessing an infant for signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP). What is the earliest sign of increased ICP in an infant? vomiting papilledema vital sign changes irritability
irritability
which position would the nurse caring for a young child with tetralogy of fallot observe in an attempt to compensate for the congenital heart defect
knee-chest
what is the most common form of childhood cancer?
leukemia
for which body system does the malignancy in Hodgkin disease originate?
lymphatic
Wilms tumor (nephroblastoma)
malignant tumor of the kidney occurring in childhood -3x more likely in African American children -2-3 yrs -males
Which toxic adverse reaction should the nurse monitor in a toddler taking digoxin? weight gain tachycardia nausea and vomiting seizures
nausea and vomiting
Care of an unconscious child
observation, ensure patent airway, breathing and circulation, stabilization of the spine, treating shock, reducing ICP, thermoregulation, pain assessment, skin protection
ventriclar septal defect blood flow pattern
opening between left and right ventricles -oxygenated and deoxygenated blood mixes
causes of primary amenorrhea
pregnancy, polycystic ovarian syndrome, hypothalamic, exercise
acyanotic
pulmonary blood flow increased obstruction to blood flow from ventricles
bulimia nervosa
repeated epidoses of binge eating followed by inappropriate compensatory behaviors -assess potassium
When teaching the parents of a child diagnosed with tetralogy of Fallot about the cardiac defects involved with this condition, which defects should the nurse describe? Select all that apply. right ventricular hypertrophy aortic valve stenosis ventricular septal defect overriding aorta atrial septal defect pulmonary stenosis
right ventricular hypertrophy ventricular septal defect overriding aorta pulmonary stenosis
glasgow coma scale
score of 8=intubate
non Hodgkins lymphoma clinical manifestations
similar to Hodgkin's • course of symptoms variable • may have metastases to bones, CNS, liver, prior to diagnosis
anorexia nervosa
social, psychological, behavioral, cultural and physiologic components characterized by distorted body image
causes of secondary amenorrhea
stress, chronic illness, polycystic ovary, anorexia, phenothiazines, heroin
seizure precaution set up
suction, oxygen, pulse ox, record time started -do not put anything in mouth - do not restrain
Wilms tumor interventions
surgical excision, chemotherapy, radiation -do not palpate abdomen
causes and interventions for iron deficient anemia
too much milk can cause decreased iron -increase iron rich foods
what does iron do to teeth in a person with anemia?
weakens in
main signs and symptoms of cancer in children
weight loss, headaches, swelling and pain, lumps, bruising, infections, white behind pupils, nausea, tiredness, vision changes, severe
when to transfuse blood?
when H&H below 8 and 28