Perspectives of Pediatric Nursing and Child Health Promotion

These flashcards cover key concepts from pediatric nursing, child health promotion, developmental stages, and common health issues that children face.

What are some health care priorities for American children?

Poverty, lack of health insurance, environmental health, nutrition, firearm deaths and injuries, mental health, racial and ethnic disparities, immigration.

What are some common childhood health problems?

Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes, childhood injuries, violence, vaping, mental health conditions, infant mortality, childhood mortality, childhood morbidity.

What is anticipatory guidance in health promotion themes?

Early identification of developmental delays and providing parents with knowledge to support their child's development.

What is the principle of family-centered care?

Recognizing the strengths and expertise of families, enabling and empowering them in the care process.

What are the developmental stages according to age groups?

Infancy (birth to 12 months), Toddlerhood (1 to 3 years), Preschool (3 to 6 years), School age (6 to 12 years), Adolescence (12 to 18 years).

What is Erikson's developmental stage for infants?

Trust vs. Mistrust.

What are the key nutrition recommendations for infants?

Breastfeeding, introducing solid foods around 4-6 months, weaning off the bottle by 12 months.

What is the significance of SIDS?

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome is the unexplained death of an infant under 1 year, often associated with specific risk factors.

What are the warning signs of suicide in adolescents?

Bullying, abuse, social media issues, loss of interest, and isolation.

What is the Five Step Test for child booster seat safety?

Ensure back against vehicle seat, knees bend at edge of seat, lap belt low on thighs, shoulder belt between shoulder and neck, stay still during the trip.

What are some common signs of acetaminophen poisoning?

Early signs include nausea and vomiting; late stages involve pain in the right upper quadrant, jaundice, and confusion.