Child Gastro Flashcards
1
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Hirschprung’s disease
A
- cure is surgical repair
- pull-through procedure
- remove segment of large intestine that is lacking nerves
- connect first part to the anus
- portion of rectum not correcty innervated (enough nerves)
- ribbon-like stools
2
Q
Omphalocele
A
- organ outside of body
- through umbilicus but remaining in peritoneal sac
- increased risk for infection and fluid
3
Q
Gastroschisis
A
- like omphalocele, but no covering
4
Q
Cystic fibrosis s/s
A
- steatorrhea
- greasy, foul-smelling stools
- meconium illeus
- first sign
- cannot pass stool
- salty sweat
- hyponatremia
- adventitious breath sounds
- build up of mucus
- risk for hypokalemia
- can lead to diabetes
excessive/thick mucus builds up, causing blockages
5
Q
Cystic fibrosis care
A
- give pancreatic enzymes with meals
- pancrelipase
- high-calorie, high-fat, high-sodium*, and high-protein diet
6
Q
Treatment for C. diff
A
Fecal microbiota transplant
7
Q
Enterobiasis infection
A
- pinworm
- intense nocturnal perianal itching
- nails should be short
8
Q
Intussusception
A
- part of intestine folds into section next to it
- red, currant jelly-like stools
- sudden, loud crying every 10-15 min
9
Q
Celiac disease
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- foul smelling diarrhea
- abdominal distention
- anemia
- osteopenia
- replace fluid and correct electrolytes
10
Q
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
A
- birth defect caues amino acid build up
- leads to brain damage = seizures
- behavior symptoms
- limit protein
- meat
- dairy (ice cream)
- eggs
- nuts/seeds
- fruits/vegetables are ok
11
Q
Pyloric stenosis
A
- projectile vomiting