Pediatric Respiratory Flashcards

Flashcards covering key vocabulary related to pediatric respiratory conditions.

Tonsillitis Clinical Manifestations

Sore throat, red swollen tonsils, difficulty swallowing, fever, swollen lymph nodes

Tonsillitis Therapeutic Interventions

Rest, fluids, analgesics, antibiotics, tonsillectomy

Pre-op cares for tonsillectomy

NPO before surgery, explain procedure, review pain management and bleeding signs

Post-op cares for tonsillectomy

Monitor for bleeding, soft cool foods, avoid straws, keep hydrated, administer pain meds

Hemorrhage sign after tonsillectomy

Frequent swallowing, vomiting blood, bright red bleeding from mouth

Croup Clinical Manifestations

Barky cough, inspiratory stridor, hoarseness, low-grade fever, respiratory distress

Croup Therapeutic Interventions

Cool mist, keep child calm, corticosteroids, nebulized epinephrine

Key Symptom of Epiglottitis (in addition to croup symptoms)

Drooling due to difficulty swallowing

Epiglottitis Therapeutic Interventions

Emergency airway management, Do NOT examine throat, IV antibiotics and corticosteroids, keep the child calm

Bronchiolitis (RSV) Clinical Manifestations

Wheezing, cough, nasal congestion, retractions, tachypnea, poor feeding, apnea in infants

Bronchiolitis (RSV) Therapeutic Interventions

Hydration, nasal suctioning, antipyretics, maintain airway and oxygenation, monitor for worsening distress

Prioritized Intervention for Bronchiolitis (RSV)

Maintain airway and oxygenation

Preventing Spread of Respiratory Viruses

Frequent handwashing, avoid sick contacts, clean toys, keep infants away from crowded places, avoid smoke

Cystic Fibrosis Clinical Manifestations

Persistent cough with thick mucus, recurrent lung infections, poor weight gain, greasy stools, salty skin, clubbing

Earliest Sign of Cystic Fibrosis in Newborns

Meconium ileus

Cystic Fibrosis Respiratory Therapeutic Interventions

Chest physiotherapy, bronchodilators, mucolytics, inhaled antibiotics, oxygen therapy

Cystic Fibrosis Nutritional Therapeutic Interventions

High-calorie, high-protein diet, pancreatic enzymes, fat-soluble vitamin supplements

Cystic Fibrosis Infection Prevention Therapeutic Interventions

Regular handwashing, routine immunizations, avoid sick people, prophylactic antibiotics

Cystic Fibrosis Psychological Therapeutic Interventions

Support groups, counseling, school accommodations

Cystic Fibrosis Other Therapeutic Interventions

Monitor for complications, lung transplant evaluation

Asthma Clinical Manifestations

Wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, chest tightness

Asthma Exacerbation Triggers

Allergens, cold air, smoke, exercise, respiratory infections, strong odors, stress

Peak Flow Meter

Measures how well air moves out of the lungs. Used to monitor asthma control and detect early signs of exacerbation

Asthma Rescue Medications

Short-acting bronchodilators (albuterol)

Asthma Controller Medications

Inhaled corticosteroids, long-acting bronchodilators

Asthma Patient and Family Education

Recognize early signs, use meds properly, have an asthma action plan, use peak flow meter at home, avoid triggers