PEDIATRIC FINAL EXAM REVIEW GUIDE ]PEDS 101Peds Final Review]

PEDIATRIC FINAL EXAM REVIEW GUIDE 1. Growth pattern Cephalocaudal: start at head and moving downward proximodistal: start at center and progress outward not uniform “growth spurts” are periods of rapid growth 2. Care of the hospitalized toddler, growth of the toddler, characteristics and appearance of the toddler “me do it” – stubborn, explorer 5-10 lbs, ~3 inches each year discipline, pick up child and carry him/her to a quiet neutral place to regain control consistency and timing are important parallel play hospital – include caregiver in care – frightening for toddler – no concept of time “caregiver will be back at lunch” 3. Care of the child with seizures safety is the highest priority during seizures. Teach family how to prevent injury during seizure. Pad side rails in hopsitals. Move furniture/objects that could cause injury. Go for help when seizure begins. Place child on side with head turned to one side. Document time seizure started, any factor present just prior to (bright lights/noises), eye position and movement, incontinence of urine or stool. Suction at bedside.