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This stage focuses on developing a strong sense of self and individuality. Adolescents explore different roles and values to form a cohesive identity.

This approach emphasizes the inclusion of parents and caregivers in all aspects of a child's care, recognizing the family's central role.

This involves paying full attention to what a child says, using verbal and nonverbal cues to show empathy and understanding.

Use simple words, short sentences, and offer choices to promote independence. Play is a vital tool for communication at this stage.

Maintain open, honest conversations, respecting their independence and confidentiality. Encourage active participation in decision-making.

Maintaining the cold chain is crucial for ensuring the efficacy of vaccines. This involves storing and transporting vaccines at specific temperatures.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides a recommended schedule for administering vaccines to children at different ages.

Calculating medication doses based on a child's weight in kilograms, ensuring safe and effective treatment.

To calculate a dose based on weight, convert pounds to kilograms using the formula: Weight in kg = Weight in lbs ÷ 2.2

Multiply the child's weight in kilograms by the prescribed dose per kilogram to determine the total medication dose.

Administer 10-15 mg/kg every 4-6 hours for pain relief.

For children over 6 months, give 5-10 mg/kg every 6-8 hours for pain relief.

Caused by single-celled organisms called bacteria. Can affect specific areas (localized) or the whole body (systemic) and are often treated with antibiotics.

Examples include Strep throat, scarlet fever, impetigo, cellulitis, E. coli, and Meningococcus, each causing specific symptoms.

Common signs include localized redness, swelling, pus drainage, fever, chills, fatigue, and malaise.

A bacterial infection transmitted by tick bites, causing a rash, fatigue, and other flu-like symptoms.

Inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the membrane lining the eyelid and covering the white part of the eye.

Conjunctivitis caused by bacteria, characterized by thick, yellow or green discharge.

Conjunctivitis associated with upper respiratory infections, typically with watery discharge.

Conjunctivitis triggered by allergens, causing itching and watery eyes, but no discharge.

Conjunctivitis caused by foreign bodies or chemicals in the eye, leading to redness and discomfort.

Usually diagnosed based on symptoms, physical examination, and patient history. Culture and sensitivity tests may be used for bacterial conjunctivitis.

Antibiotic eye drops or ointments are used to treat bacterial conjunctivitis.

Supportive care with artificial tears, cool compresses, and hygiene is usually used. Antiviral medications are rarely used.

Signs of shunt malfunction may include headache, vomiting, lethargy, fever, and seizures.

Parents need to be taught how to care for the child post-surgery, including recognizing signs of shunt malfunction and following up regularly with a pediatric neurologist.

Inflammation of the skin in the diaper area caused by moisture, irritants in urine and stool, or infections.

The most common type of diaper dermatitis, caused by prolonged contact with urine or stool.

A fungal infection in the diaper area often following antibiotic use.

Prolonged exposure to urine and stool leads to skin irritation and breakdown in diaper dermatitis.

Factors like prolonged contact with moisture, irritants from urine and stool, and infections can lead to diaper dermatitis.

A severe illness that primarily affects children under five and causes inflammation of blood vessels throughout the body, It can lead to heart problems.

Inflammation of blood vessels

The exact cause is unknown, but it's thought to be an autoimmune response, possibly triggered by an infection or environmental factors. Genetics may also play a role.

Blood vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle.

A weakened and bulging area in a blood vessel.

Formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel.

High fever lasting more than five days, red eyes, rash, swollen hands and feet, enlarged lymph nodes, red lips, and a strawberry tongue.

The diagnosis is based on at least five days of fever, plus four of the following: red eyes, rash, swollen hands/feet, red lips, and enlarged lymph nodes.

Administered through a vein to reduce inflammation and the risk of heart problems. It's most effective within the first ten days of illness.

High-dose aspirin is given during the acute phase to reduce inflammation and prevent clots.