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What is happening with PDA?
Opening between the pulmonary artery (PA) and Aorta

Oxygenated blood shunted from Aorta →→PA
↑↑ Systemic resistance

Blood shunted to LA → LV → PA = ↑↑ Pulmonary Congestion

Back up to LA & LV = LV Hypertrophy
What are the clinical signs for PDA?
Soft - harsh systolic newborn murmur

Machinery type systolic and diastolic murmur in older children

↑ RR & moist Breath sounds

Bounding pulses

↑ HR

Widened pulse pressure
Large difference between the systolic and diastolic pressure
What is therapy for PDA?
Indomethacin (indocin)
Prostaglandin inhibitor promotes vasoconstriction and closure of PDA
3 Dose maximum q 12 hours

Ligation of Ductus Arteriosus
Close connection to prevent return of oxygenated blood to lungs
No open heart surgery
What is Coarctation of the Aorta?
Narrowing of the aorta right after arch

↑↑Pressure proximal to narrowing
↑↑ BP upper body, arms & head
Bounding pulses & warm, ruddy skin
JVD

↓↓Pressure distal to narrowing
↓↓ BP lower body & legs
Weak pulses & cool, pale skin

Difference of 20mm for systolic BP
What are the clinical signs for Coarctation of the Aorta?
↑↑ BP in arms ↓↓ BP legs

Weak or Absent femoral pulses

Headache, blurred vision and nose bleeds

↑↑risk for stroke

Older kids leg pain on exertion RT ↓ blood
What is the treatment for Coarctation of the Aorta?
Prostaglandin E – keep PDA open

Surgery
Resect coarcted portion and reanastomosis
What is Transposition of Great Vessels (TGA)?
Two separate circulations!

Aorta arises from RV
Unoxygenated blood enters aorta →Systemic

Pulmonary artery (PA) arises from LV
Oxygenated blood enters PA → recycled lungs → Pulmonary veins → LA

No Oxygenated blood in systemic circulation!
What are clinical signs for Transposition of Great Vessels (TGA)?
Depends on type and size of associated defects

Severely cyanotic at birth
minimal communication between 2 systems

Large septal defects or PDA
Less cyanotic but may have CHF symptoms
↑↑ HR, ↑↑ RR and cardiomegaly
Fatigue when feeding
↓↓ Intake
↓↓Output = Edema
What is therapy for Transposition of Great Vessels (TGA)?
Prostaglandin E1 (Prostin VR or Alprostadil)
Vasodilator
Relaxes smooth muscle of ductus arteriosus
Keeps PDA open
Provides mixing of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood to systemic circulation.

“Rashkind procedure”
Cardiac cath to create ASD
Maintains mixing of blood
Arterial switch procedure
usually performed in first few weeks of life
What is Tetralogy of Fallot?
Involves four cardiac defects

VSD
Blood shunted RV→ LV

Pulmonary Stenosis
↓↓ blood to PA

Overriding Aorta
Sits over VSD

RV Hypertrophy
↑ pressure from stenosis
What are the clinical signs for Tetralogy of Fallot?
First cry hypoxic and cyanotic

↑↑ Activity = ↑↑ Hypoxia and ↑↑ Cyanosis
Pulse oximeter in low 70’s

↑↑ Pulmonary stenosis = ↑↑ Cyanosis

↑↑ HR, ↑↑ RR

Tire easily can’t finish feedings = ↓↓ Intake

Chronic O2 deficit → Polycythemia
↑↑ # RBC’s to supply 02 to body
↑↑ Risk of CVA or embolism with dehydration
What is the therapy for Tetralogy of Fallot?
Prostaglandin E1
Maintain PDA
↑↑ Pulmonary perfusion

Surgery
Patch the VSD
Open stenotic pulmonary valve
Heart Transplant with severe defects
What are clinical manifestations of Tetralogy of Fallot?
Tet” Spells
↑↑ Activity or ↑↑ Crying = ↓↓ blood flow to brain
↑↑ hypoxia, cyanosis and fainting

Squatting
compensatory action
Knee chest position
↓↓femoral blood flow ↑↑blood flow upper body

Clubbed fingers
Mental retardation
What is Kawasaki disease?
Most common acquired heart disease in children <8 years of age

Acute febrile & multi-system disorder

Autoimmune

Skin, mucous membranes, lymph nodes
Vasculitis √cardiac complications

↑↑ incidence near fresh H2O

Late winter/early spring
What are the clinical signs for Kawasaki disease?
Fever >5 days

Febrile seizures

Cervical lymphadenopathy >1.5 cm

Bilateral non-exudative conjunctivitis

Strawberry tongue

Dry, red, cracked lips

Truncal rash

Erythema & edema of palms and soles

“Shedding skin”
Desquamation from fingers
↑ WBC ↑ ESR ↑Plts

Cardiac sequella
Pericarditis
Myocarditis
Arrhythmias

Coronary Artery Aneurysm
If untreated 15-25 % develop MI
what is the treatment for Kawasaki disease?
IV Immune Globulin (IVIG)
↓↓ the incidence of coronary aneurysm <3% Single dose IVPB over 24 hours

↑↑Dose ASA (100 mg/kg/day)
√ thrombocytosis

Bed rest

↓ O2 Demands

Petroleum jelly to lips

√ CHF: ↑HR ↑RR dyspnea crackles

Strict I & O

Tepid sponge bath
Complete and spontaneous recovery in 3-4 weeks!
What is Rheumatic Fever?
Autoimmune response to
Group A β Hemolytic Strep

Caused by untreated /partially treated
group A strep pharyngitis

Symptoms appear 2-6 weeks after infection

Diffuse inflammatory & collagen disease
connective tissue, joints
subcutaneous tissue
Brain, heart and blood vessels
What are the symptoms that diagnose Rheumatic Fever?
Carditis
Cardiomegaly, murmur RT Mitral regurgitation
valvulitis (Endocardium → Pericardium), ↑ HR

Ashkoff bodies
Hemorrhagic lesions in heart

Polyarthritis
Reversible and migratory
knee → shoulder → elbow

Subcutaneous nodules
1 cm non-tender swelling over bony prominences.

Erythema marginatum
Red macular wavy rash with clear center
Chorea “ St. Vitus dance”
Involuntary movements of extremities and face
↑ c anxiety ↓ c rest
What are tests that diagnose Rheumatic Fever?
↑CPR (C-Reactive Protein)

↑ESR

+Throat culture

↑ ASO titer >333
Anti-streptolysin reflects lysis of RBC
↑ 7 days p onset
Max. level 4-6 weeks

+BC

EKG = prolonged P-R interval
What is the treatment for Rheumatic Fever?
Complete bed rest 2-6 weeks
Gradual activity

Medications- Antibiotics

PCN & Prophylactic RX q Month IM

Erythromycin for PCN allergy

ASA -joints

Prednisone – valvular inflammation

Nutrition
↑ protein ↑ carbs ↑ fluids
What is Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis (SBE)?
Infection of valves and inner lining of heart

High risk patients = congenital heart disease

Bacteremia
Strep Viridians- most common 70%,
Staph Aureus 20%, Candida Albicans 10%
Enters blood stream via teeth, gums, tonsils, UTI.
Slow & insideous onset
Attaches to congenital anomalies or prosthetic valve sites

Vegetations
Bacteria, fibrin and plt thrombi grow on endocardium
Invade Aortic and Mitral valves
↑↑ turbulent blood flow and break off as embolism
spleen, kidney, CNS, lung and skin.
What are the clinical signs for Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis (SBE)?
Fever- low grade, intermittent or unexplained

Anorexia- malaise.
“feel like getting the flu”

Murmur
New or change in previous murmur

Cardiomegaly

Splenomegaly

Osler nodes-
Red, painful nodules at finger tips

Janeway’s spots
Painless, hemorrhagic areas on palms and soles
Splinter hemorrhages
thin black lines under nails
Petechiae on oral mucous membranes
HA, ↓↓motor coordination = CVA!!
what tests diagnose Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis (SBE)?
CBC with differential

BC = identifies the agent

↑↑ ESR

CXR = cardiomegaly

↓ RBC = anemia

EKG = prolonged PR interval

Echocardiogram
What is treatment for Subacute Bacterial Endocarditis (SBE)?
Bed rest

High dose (Meningitic) Antibiotics
PCN, Gentamycin, Ampicillin

IV therapy 4-6 weeks

√ med SEs- √ hearing √ renal status

Serial BC

Counsel parents regarding antibiotic prophylaxis a & p invasive procedures
What is the pathophysiology of sickle cell?
Vaso-occulusion
Sickle Shaped cells stack up
Lodge in small vessels
↓ blood flow

Tissue Hypoxia
↑Viscosity of blood = ↓blood flow
↓ O2 & ↑ metabolic end products

Tissue Ischemia
Edema & necrosis @ site

Infarction
Brain, Kidneys & Liver
What are clinical signs for sickle cell?
First sign
Fetal hemoglobin (HgB) is depleted
HgS hemoglobin is now dominant

Low Hgb: 5-9 Hct: 15-30

Pallor

Jaundice

↑ RBC’s destroyed RT ↓life span

Frequent URI’s

Generalized weakness

Hepatosplenomegaly

Acutely ill RT ↓O2 and Dehydration
↑ Stress or ↑infection (URI GI GU)
↑ Temp - Dehydration
↑ BMR ↑ O2 consumption
leads to tissue hypoxia

Abdominal pain-
Thrombosis to liver and spleen

Severe bone pain RT sickled joints

Hematuria and diuresis RT

renal ischemia

Seizures RT Brain thrombosis/CVA

Acute Chest Syndrome
Severe chest pain
SOB, ↑ HR ↑ RR
Pulmonary congestion
What is the treatment for sickle cell?
Bone Marrow Transplant = ↑Prognosis

O2 humidified
Hydration

↑ PO intake 2.5 -3 L/day ✔ I & O

Pain control
PCA , MSO4, Fentenyl
ASA
No Demerol ( Metabolite = ↑↑ seizures)

Folic acid
↑RBC

PRBC Transfusions weekly (Hgb <10)

Splenectomy (kids <5 years)
Prevents Splenic Sequestration
Massive entrapment of sickled cells in spleen
HYPOVOLEMIC SHOCK!!!
What is Sickle Cell Disease?
Defective HgB chain (HgS)

RBC’s are sickle shaped
Unable to carry O2

RBCs have a shorter life span 16-30 days
What is Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Inadequate supply of dietary iron (Fe)
What are the different causes of Iron Deficiency Anemia (Infant vs adolescent)?
Infants
↑ risk @ 6 months
Fetal Fe stores are depleted
↑ milk consumption & ↓↓ protein/solid intake

Adolescents
↑ growth spurt
poor nutrition
↑ blood loss c menses
What are the clinical signs of Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Tachycardia

Pallor
Infants chubby and white

Hypoxia
Muscle weakness
Fatigue ↓Alertness
Irritability
HA Dizziness

Koilonychia
Spoon shaped fingernails

Glossitis
↓Hgb <10 Hct <30
↓ Ferritin <7, ↓Serum Fe <30
↑TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity) >350
What is the treatment for Iron Deficiency Anemia?
Fe supplement
(2-3 mg/kg/day)
Give between meals with acidic fluids.
Takes at least 4 months to replace loss
SE: Stains teeth, black tarry stools

Dextran (parental iron)
Z-track deep IM -buttocks only

Nutrition
Green leafy vegetables, whole wheat,
beans, shellfish, egg yolk, Organ meats,
What is Hemopillia?
Lacks Factor VIII (AHF)
AHF Anti hemolytic Factor
Severe & spontaneous bleeding
Not trauma induced

Sex linked recessive-X chromosome
Mom transfers diseases to boys
Girls are carriers
What are the clinical signs of Hemopillia?
1st indication at circumcision
Crawling = ↑ bruises on pressure areas

Hemarthrosis
Bleeding into joint cavities (synovial space)
Early sign = stiffness, tingling or achy
Warmth, redness, swelling
↓ ROM & function
Alkylosis of joint

Spontaneous bleeding
Epistaxis, loose baby teeth,
Hematuria
Spinal Cord Hematoma = paralysis
Intracranial Hemorrhage = Death
What is the treatment for Hemopillia?
Recombinant Factor VIII (IV)
Purified, reconstitute a use

DDAVP (1-deamino-8 D Arginine Vasopressin)
Synthetic form of vasopressin

Control bleeding = RICE
Apply pressure x 15 mins (NO Peaking!)
Splint & immobilize area x 24 hours

Pain meds
Tylenol
Corticosteroids
Opiods
Exercise
PT to strengthen joint muscles
What is patient teaching for the patient with Hemopillia?
Genetic testing
All female members

Injury/Bleeding prevention
Soft rugs, soft toothbrush, electric razor
Review S/S Internal Bleeding:
√ hematuria √ black tarry stools
Cerebral : HA, slurred speech, LOC

Venipuncture
Kids >8 years can self administer
↑ Independence and accountability

Community Education
Medical Alert Tag
Notify all organizations, friends
Quiet activities, non-contact sports
National Hemophilia Foundation
What are the facts about Acyanotic Defects?
L →R side shunt of oxygenated blood

↑ Pulmonary blood flow

Pulmonary congestion

Heart is ineffective pump

Children prone to CHF

Prophylactic administration of antibiotics needed
What are the facts about Cyanotic Defects?
Unoxygenated blood enters systemic system

“Right to Left shunt” (R→ L)

Blood is shunted from venous to arterial

↑↑ CHF and hypoxic episodes

Now classified as:
↓↓ Pulmonary blood flow or
Mixed blood flow defects
What is aortic stenosis?
narrowing of aorta backing up of blood
Aortic Stenosis is what type of defect?
Acyanotic
What does Aortic Stenosis Result in?
Pulmonary Congestion
What are the facts about digoxin?
Action -cardiac glycoside
↑ Contactility of heart = ↑ efficacy = ↑ CO
Slows down SA node = ↓ HR

Digitalization
Loading Dose = 30-40 mcg/kg/dose ÷ (½, ¼, ¼)
Maintenance dose = 4-5 mcg/kg/day ÷ q 12
What are nursing interventions for giving digoxin?
√ Apical pulse for one full minute before giving med. Hold med if:
Infant <100 Toddler <90
Preschool <70 School age <60

√ I and O and √ K+ level
↓↓ K+ = ↑↑ Dig toxicity

√ Serum Digoxin level (0.5-2ng/dl)

Digoxin Toxicity (>3ng/dl)
vomiting (earliest sign), nausea (↓↓ Po intake)
lethargy and bradycardia

Administer with 2 RN’s
Review order & √ HR parameters
√ Dosage and calculation
√ Actual dose in syringe a administering
What is Lasix and what does it do?
1mk/kg/dose

Blocks reabsorption of Na+ H2O @ loop of Henle

↑↑↑ loss of Na+, K+ and H2O
What are some nursing interventions for giving Lasix?
√ Weight
Same time, scale and amount of clothing = None!

√ I and O
weigh all diapers

√ skin tugor on sternum (tenting= dehydrated)

√ Serum electrolytes
K+, Na+, BUN and Creatine

Administer K+ supplements
KCL, Slo-K, K-Lor, K-Dur

K+ level affects Digoxin efficacy!
what stage of erickson are children 3-5?
Initiative vs. Guilt
initiative vs. Guilt characteristics?
Ability to learn & play.
Development of “can do attitude”
Behavior becomes goal directed, competitive and imaginative.
Imitate parents & gender roles.
Proud when accomplish new goals.
When criticized show feelings of guilt.
developmental skills of a 3 year old?
Walking, running and jumping well @ 36
900 word vocabulary/3-4 word sentence
Copy a circle and cross
Builds a tower of 9 blocks
Ride tricycle, walk stairs alternating feet
Pour from pitcher
Asks a lot of questions
developmental skills of a 4 year old?
1,500 word vocabulary/4-5 word sentence
Can copy a square
Very noisy, talkative
Exaggerates stories
Loves Rhymes & songs
Names 3 colors
Hop on one foot
Catch a ball with both hands, throws overhand
↑ Self-Care: Brushes teeth
Gets dressed ↑ Cooperation
developmental skills of a 5 year old?
2,100 word vocabulary/6-8 sentence
Copy diamond and triangle
Prints name
Draw person with 6 parts
Head, body, 2 arms & 2 legs
Talk constantly
Names 4 colors
Skip & Hop on alternating feet
Walks backwards
Hits a ball
Ties shoes & manage big zippers
what are 3-5 yr old devel. task expectations?
Large and small muscle coordination
Uses initiative with a conscience
Becomes a participating family member
Settles into a daily routine
Dental & personal Hygiene
Sleep
major preschool age safety issues?
MVA #1
drowning and falls
dont really understand danger
you should provide safety education
preschool health concerns: eyes
Visual acuity and depth perception fully developed by age 7
Vision testing begun at 3 years
whats the expected screening charts for preschoolers?
3years allen card images
>4 use E chart
Expected vision for 4 and 5 year olds?
4yrs: 20/30-20/40
5yrs: 20/20-20/30
Strabismus
↓ Coordination of EOM
Eyes are not aligned
One or both eyes can turn
Amblyopia "Lazy Eye"
Only uses 1 eye for vision
No binocular vision
↓ vision in the deviated eye
Distorted visual field
Can develop if strabismus is not treated early
If left untreated → Blindness in deviated eye
Amblyopia "Lazy Eye" treatment
Patch normal eye x 24 hours/day
Deviated eye must work
possible Surgery
Hearing screening
Early detection = better outcome
Mandatory newborn hearing screenings
Routine Audiometry screening by age 3
Various tones @ various frequencies
Standard volume (usually 20 db)
Normal hearing ranges from 10 → +15
By age 5 hearing is fully developed
what are the causes of Sensorineural (Nerve deafness?
Infections: CMV, Rubella, Herpes, Meningitis
Heredity
Prematurity (Hypoxia)
Ototoxic meds
Sensorineural (Nerve deafness) treatment
Hearing Aids- worn ASAP to help facilitate language development
Cochlear implants = Controversy
American sign language ↑ communication
What are conductive hearing impairments?
Middle hearing loss affected by
inflammation, obstruction or damage
OME/OM
Cerumen impaction
Perforation
Temporary & restores to prior hearing level
what are the treatments for conductive hearing impairments?
Antibiotics for infection
Myringotomy & Tympanostomy tubes
Biological Development
School Age 6-12 years?
Growth slows down
Weight: 5 - 6 lbs/year
Height: 1 - 2 inch/year
Average 6 year old
46 lbs & 45 inches
what is the erickson stage for children 6-12?
Industry vs Inferiority
characteristics of industry vs. inferiority?
Interest in doing work
Learn and solve problems
↑ accomplishment RT ↑ motivation
Desire to master & do well in everything
If they don’t they will feel inferior.
Reinforce that they cannot do well in everything
Developmental skills of a 6 year old?
Period of Transition
Self centered
Normal to cheat at board games
Impulsive
↑Activity RT ↑coordination
↑Dexterity = drawing & writing
Developmental skills of a 7 year old?
Quiets down
Solitary play
Attentive
Sensitive listener
Modest (Need Privacy)
Companionable
Developmental skills of a 8 year old?
Fluctuating Behavior
↑Graceful movements
↑Interest in nature
Very self-critical
Developmental skills of a 9 year old?
↑ Independence
Refined eye-hand control
Musical instruments
Best friend
Collections
Well organized
↑Physical complaints with stress
May have boy/girl relationship
but won’t admit
what are the developmental skills of a 10 year old?
↑ Stamina
Budgets time
↑ Energy
Enjoys family activities
↑ Appetite
what are the developmental skills of a 11 year old?
Moody
Strict superego-conscience
Strong morals/values
Best behavior is away from home
what are the developmental skills of a 12 year old?
↑ Personality integration
↑ Self discipline
↑ Self control
Tactful
Mutual understanding with parents
what are the developmental tasks of the school age child?
↓ Dependence on family
↑ Neuromuscular skills
Must adjust to changes in body image
Develop positive attitude
What are the 3 cardinal signs of ADHD?
Inattention
Impulsiveness
Hyperactivity
what are some affects of having ADHD?
Unable to self regulate & inhibit behaviors
↓ Academic Performance
RT ↑ Distractible & ↓ Task completion
↓ Self Esteem = ↓ Peer relationships
↑ Risky Behavior = ↑ Substance Abuse & MVA
Sequela: Conduct, Mood & Anxiety Disorders
What is the etiology of ADHD?
familial tendency,
Toxins (Pb), meds, food allergies, lead, smoking, alcohol, sugar
↓Neurotransmitters: ↓ NE, ↓ DA and ↓ 5-HT
guideline to diagnose ADHD?
Based on report by parent
Onset By age 7
Symptoms must last >6 months
have 6/9 symptoms listed
Must affect 2/3 areas (home, school, social situations)
What are health/ injury problems of school age child?
Generally not a sick age
Injury Prevention
MVC remains # 1
Sports
Burns
Access to Guns
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder ASD?
Complex neurodevelopmental disorders
Core deficits in 3 areas:
Social Interaction
Verbal & nonverbal communication
Restricted interests, repetitive behaviors & resistant to change
Affects prenatal & postnatal brain development
NO correlation with MMR vaccine
what are ASD Clinical Signs?
Inappropriate social behavior
Unable to maintain eye contact
Avoid body contact
Lack emotional reciprocity
Impaired expressive & receptive language skills
Delayed echolalia
Inability to sustain or initiate conversation
Repetitive behaviors:
Opening & closing doors, flipping light switches,
H2O play, shredding paper, prefer item movements & ritualistic behaviors
Insist on “sameness”
Self-Stimulatory behaviors:
Finger licking, hand flapping, body rocking, run in circles
Deep pressure stimulation-crawl into tight spaces
Self-injury RT ↟↟ Pain Threshold, aggressive behaviors
GI Symptoms- Constipation ➔ Mega rectum
what are some ASD treatments?
Developmental screening, Physical exam, multidisciplinary approach, Early intervention programs, Highly structured and intensive behaivior modification programs (Promote positive reinforcement
Increase social awareness of others
Increase verbal communication skills
Decrease unacceptable behavior), Use brief, concrete communication,
Minimal holding & eye contact to avoid outbursts,
Gradually introduce new situations
Medications,
Atypical antipsychotic- Risperidone,↡ behavioral symptoms only
What is scoliosis?
Abnormal lateral curvature
>10% of the spine
Severe type can ↓ thoracic capacity
↑ risk for osteopenia
Develops in preadolescent growth spurt
Higher risk in females 85%
About Structural/Congenital/Neuromuscular scoliosis?
Muscle or bone deformity
congenital or result of neuromuscular disorders
S shaped curved with vertebral rotation
Asymmetric
thoracic cavity
scapula, breasts, shoulders and hips
↑ deformity during periods of growth
therapy for Structural/Congenital/Neuromuscular scoliosis? (Braces)
Milwaukee Brace worn 23 hours a day, boston brace low profile most widely used, providence brace used only at night= increased compliance
therapy for Structural/Congenital/Neuromuscular scoliosis? (Surgery)
Harrington Rod-
internal spinal fixation- “flat back”
post-op immobilization required
Lugue Segmental System-
flexible wires threaded through spine-
no post-op immobilization required,
↑ risk for nerve damage
Spinal fusion for severe scoliosis
Iliac bone graft
what are S/S of Varicella?
Low grade temp, Anorexia, Rash in outbreaks occur in crops at increased temp of like 104, very itchy (pruitic)
What is therapy for varicella?
Palliative
Antihistamines (benadryl)
Antipyretics (Calamine lotion)
Acyclovir
↓ # of lesions-when given within 24H of rash
mostly for high risk pt’s
Varicella zoster immune globulin (VZIG)
given within 96 hours for high risk pt’s
Strict isolation in hospital
Some info about Lice
Highly contagious infestation of scalp
“itchy” from crawling mites and saliva
↑ @ occipital area
↑ @ night
√ Environment
Stuffed animals
Bedding
Clothing (fur)
What are the therapies for lice?
Rid/Nix-Permethin 1 %
One application
Kills lice and nits.
Not for kids < 2 years
Kwell- Lidane
Two applications
Repeat in 7-10 days after eggs hatch
Info about adolescence?
12-18 years of age.
Self-sufficient
Puberty
Period of physiological changes.
Sex organs mature, menses, spermatozoa
what erickson stage are adolescents in?
Identity vs. role confusion
What are characteristics of identity vs role confusion?
Individuality
Internal Stability
Achieve Sense of Self
Occupation/Future Goals

Social Development
FRIENDS!! >> Family
Peer pressure
Recognition via group identity
Dating groups vs. individual
Sexual intimacy
What are the Developmental tasks for the adolescent
Accept body changes
Achieve satisfying sex-related role
Achieve independence & warm relationship with parents
Develop mature set of values, work ethic & occupation
Common health probplems for adolescents?
Cardiac, Drug use, Pregnancy and STD's, Depression and suicude
about Sulfasalazine?
Antiseptic & Anti-inflammatory
↓ bacterial count in bowel
1/3 dose sm intestines & 2/3 dose lg intestine
Interferes with absorption of folic Acid
Need Folic acid supplements
Antidiarrheal Paragoric (Tincture of opium)
↓ Frequency of stools & delays transit in intestines
Not recommended in infectious diarrhea
What is Intussusception?
Telescoping of bowel into itself

↑ Risk between 3-12 months old

Males 3 x > risk than females

Pushes bowel inward = obstruction
Stops peristalsis completely
No bowel sounds distal to obstruction

↑ Incidence @ ileocecal valve
What are the S/S of Intussusception?
Palpable sausage mass in RUQ

Sudden acute abdominal pain
Colicky, wavelike intermittent pain
Draw-up knees in pain with guarding

Hyperactive BS proximal to obstruction
↑ Peristalsis before obstruction

Distended abdomen and ↑ tender with palpation

Constipation no feces or flatus passed

Jelly stools
↑ pressure on bowel walls, ischemia and blood

Fecal vomiting and dehydration (↓H2O ↓Na ↓ Cl)
Lethargy & Shock
Initially ↑ HR ↑ BP,
then ↓ HR ↓ BP ↓ Temp & clammy
What is the therapy for Intussusception?
Barium Enema
Diagnostic and curative 85%
Forces bowel out
Do not do if you suspect ischemia or strangulated /infarction of bowel

Surgery
Resect all affected areas & re-anastomose
No colostomy needed
Same care as for Hirschprungs
everything about Perforation?
Medical Emergency!

High temp 104

Rigid (board like) abdomen

↑ Abd. distention

Diffuse pain or sudden relief of RLQ pain

Very sick appearing

STAT OR!
Need 7-10 days triple antibiotics post op
what is the therapy for appendicitis?
Pre-op
NPO, IV antibiotics & no pain meds!
No enema!
√ Abdomen
Distention via girth
Bowel sounds
Stool pattern
Post-op
√ s/s infection, obstruction/ileus
Pain management ATC x 1st 24 H
Splinting, cough and deep breathing
Early ambulation
NPO until positive bowel sounds &
passing flatus
What is Celiac Disease?
Gluten Induced Enteropathy
2nd to CF & possible genetic component
↓ incidence when solids are delayed until 6 months
Inability to digest gliadin or protein part of
wheat, barley, rye and oats
↑ accumulation of toxic substance
Glutamine damages mucosal cells → villi atrophy
↓↓ absorptive surface of small intestine
Lifelong Dietary modification needed
to prevent chronic symptoms
What are Clinical Signs of Celiac Disease?
Usually @ 9 months

Need 3-6 months after

introduction of grains

Drop on growth chart <25 %

Steatorrhea

Abdominal distention/pain

Anorexia

Irritability & Uncooperative
Muscle wasting in legs &
buttocks

↓Vitamin A, D, E & K = Anemia
What is the therapy for Celiac Disease?
Serum Antiglidian Antibody (AGA)
Newer test - Tissue Transglutaminase (tTG)
Jejunal biopsy
Flat surface and ↓↓ # of villi
↓ ↓ Absorption
Fecal collection 72 hours
√ stetorrhea

Gluten free Diet –Lifelong Therapy
No Wheat, Barley, Rye or Oats
No prepared foods, pizza, pasta,
hot dogs, cold cuts, bread
Only Corn or Rice
In 1 week Rapid improvement
↑ appetitite and ↑ weight
Symptoms are gone, this is diagnostic
What is Hirschprung’s Disease?
Congenital Aganglionic Megacolon
Absence of ganglion cells in distal area of colon
No innervation → no peristalsis → ↑ distention = megacolon
Mechanical obstruction RT ↓ Motility
No relaxation of internal rectal sphincter
No evacuation of stool, liquids or flatus!

25% of all cases of neonatal intestinal obstruction
Males 4x > females
Hirschprung’s Disease S/S Infant?
Do not pass meconium in 1st 24 hours.

Abdominal distension

Bilious vomiting

Not tolerating feedings

Failure to Thrive

Palpable fecal mass
Hirschprung’s Disease S/S older child?
Chronic constipation

Recurrent distension

Diarrhea alternates with constipation
↑ # of episodes = ↑ mortality

Visible peristalsis
Ribbon-like & foul smelling stools
Malnourished & anemic
How to diagnose Hirschprung’s Disease?
Anorectal Exam
Tight internal sphincter & no stool
Sudden release of gas and stool

Barium enema
Distinct change in distal portion of colon
Very distended to saw toothed appearance
Won’t pass barium

Full Thickness Rectal Biopsy
Definitive diagnosis shows absence of
ganglionic cells
What is the treatment for Hirschprung’s Disease?
Mild: Rare
Treat chronic constipation with stool softeners and cleansing enemas

Moderate:Surgery
Remove aganglionic portions of bowel
Temporary colostomy
Proximal stoma = functional stoma (Stool)
Distal stoma = mucous or H2O drainage
NPO until positive bowel sounds
Diet
↑ Protein ↑ Calories
Gradually ↑ Volume & consistency
Reverse Colostomy @ 2-3 months or 8-10 kg
Re-anastomose both ends
What is a UTI?
Ascending infection
Bacteria → urethra → bladder (cystitis)
Bladder → ureters → kidney (pyelonephritis)

Fecal bacteria causes 80% UTI’s
Peak incidence @ 2-6 years of age
without structural problems
What are the signs and symptoms of the UTI?
Burning

Frequency

Dysuria

Suprapubic, flank or abdominal pain

Incontinence

Foul smelling urine

Fever
Infants may present with high fever, “chills”, vomiting,
diarrhea or irritability
What tests are used to diagnose UTI??
UA and C & S to identify organism
Clean catch or bagged urine
Area must be cleaned properly!
Urinary catheterization or supra-pubic tap. Sterile procedure!
Repeat C&S after medication completed
To verify med was effective
Therapy for UTI?
Antibiotic

Analgesic

↑ Hydration 2 – 4 liters/day
Acidic juices: cranberry and OJ

Encourage frequent voiding

Appropriate hygiene
Wipe from front to back
No bubble baths
Hypospadias
1-300 births
10-15% have 1st degree relative
Urethral opening located behind glands on ventral (underside) surface
“Kids wet their sneakers”
↑↑ Severity closer to body wall
Epispadias
Rarer than hypospadias
Urethral opening located behind glans penis on dorsal (upper) surface
“Kids wet their faces
Treatment for hypospadius and epispadius?
No circumcision!
May use foreskin for repair later

Urology consult

Reconstructive surgery @ 6-18 mos

Testosterone prior to ↑ penile size

Indwelling catheter → leg bag

Home care instructions important
Cryptochidism
Failure of 1 or both testes to descend abdomen→ inguinal canal→ scrotal sac

Inguinal hernia and small scrotal size

Retractile testes- “Reducible”
Overactive cremasteric reflex.
Manually can be brought down to scrotal sac.
Cryptochidism treatment
Wait for 1st birthday for spontaneous descent
75% spontaneously descend

HCG 1000 units IM x 3 doses
Facilitates descent

Surgery-orchioplexy
Bring testes into scrotal