Nfdn 2005 Final Study Guide Rated A+

Heart disease in children {Ans: Poor feeding can be indicative of heart disease}Bronchiolitis / RSV {Ans: Inflamation of the small airways characterized by sticky and thick secreations, making it hard to breath. Treatment - give humidified oxygen with flare ups}Nephrotic Syndrome {Ans: Autoimmune disorder characterized by proteinuria and severe edema to the upper extremites}Administering Medication in children {Ans: Weigh based calculations}What assessment do you have to do when administering IV meds/fluids {Ans: Respiratory Assessment. - risk for fluid overload (crackles)}Types of seizures - Tonic-Clonic {Ans: Typical seizures}