Unit 1: vaccines, universal screenings, developmental milestones, bright futures. Flashcards
universal screenings at birth?
hearing, bilirubin, PKU, congenital hypothyroid, sickle cell, CHD
PKU screen was done <24h of age. When should it be re-tested?
by 2nd week
untreated hyperphenylalaninemia results in?
intellectual disability, light complexion, eczema, seizures, hyperactivity
institute _____ dietary restrictions shortly after birth to prevent neurodevelopmental effects of ???
PKU
3 screening methods for PKU?
BIA: Guthrie Bacterial Inhibition Assay (BIA)
AFA: Automated fluorometric assay (AFA)
TMS: Tandem mass spectrometry (TMS)
newborn screening tests mandatory?
thyroid function & PKU
T or F: PKU testing should only be performed after the infant has ingested b.milk or formula
True. Abnormal results should be f/u w a venous T4 &; TSH
infant w abnormally pitched cry may indicate which genetic disorder?
hypothyroidism. due to lethargy & delayed mental responsiveness
two tests for sickle cell?
NO SOLUBILITY TESTS
- *hgb electropheresis
- HPLC: High performance liquid chromatography
- *DNA analysis
T or F? IEF & HPLC are both sensitive and specific for sickle cell?
true
what age do you perform confirmatory testing for sickle cell?
2 months
What prophylactic med should be started by 2mo for a sickle cell baby?
PCN
Important immunization for sickle cell babies?
Pneumococcal
at what age MUST hearing be confirmed by?
3 months
what well-checks include maternal depression screening?
1,2,4,6 months
“1,2,4,6, lets make sure that moms not sick!”
what age do primary teeth usually erupt?
7 months
when do you start oral health screenings?
6 months
which well-check visits include oral health screenings?
6 & 9mo. Dental home to be established by 12mo but PCP can continue to screen at every visit if child does not establish w dental home
child stands alone, follows 1-step commands, imitates peek-a-boo. age?
9-11mo
child lifts head, turns side-to-back, & smiles. what age?
1-2mo
child develops a mature pincer grasp. age?
12mo
child is building blocks w 3-4 cubes, can scribble, follows 2-step commands. age?
18mo
child verbalizes need to potty. age?
2y
child sits independently. age?
6-8mo