Nursing Notes and Study Guides for Student Nurses

Hookworms

Human hookworm disease is a common helminth infection that is predominantly caused by the nematode parasites Necator americanus and Ancylostoma duodenale; organisms that play a lesser role include Ancylostoma ceylonicum, Ancylostoma braziliense, and Ancylostoma caninum.

Pediatric Nursing

Roundworms (Ascariasis)

Ascariasis (Roundworms) is the name of an infection caused by the roundworm Ascaris lumbricoides; when a worm lives inside the human body, the condition is called a parasitic infection.

Pediatric Nursing

Congenital Hypothyroidism

Congenital hypothyroidism is a critical and relatively common endocrine disorder that affects newborns, resulting from an underactive thyroid gland since birth. This condition occurs when the thyroid gland fails to produce an adequate amount of thyroid hormones, essential for normal growth and development.

Pediatric Nursing

Seizure Disorders (Epilepsy)

A seizure is a sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in the brain. It can cause changes in behavior, movements or feelings, and in levels of consciousness.

Pediatric Nursing

Strabismus

Strabismus is the inward deviation of the eyes noted before the patient reaches age 6 months. It is associated with maldevelopment of stereopsis, motion processing, and eye movements.

Diagnostic Tests

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that utilizes a flexible fiberoptic colonoscope inserted into the rectum to allow visual examination of the large intestine (colon) lining

Diagnostic Tests Notes

Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)

Lumbar puncture, also known as spinal tap, is an invasive procedure where a hollow needle is inserted into the space surrounding the subarachnoid space in the lower back to obtain samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for qualitative analysis.

Pediatric Nursing

Gastroesophageal Reflux

Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is a common and often benign condition that affects people of all ages. It occurs when stomach contents, including acid and digestive enzymes, flow backward into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn and regurgitation.

Diagnostic Tests Notes

Bronchoscopy

Bronchoscopy is an invasive procedure that permits the direct examination of the larynx, trachea, and bronchi using either a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope or a rigid metal bronchoscope.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Notes

Giardiasis

Giardiasis is a major diarrheal disease found throughout the world. It is usually represents a zoonosis with cross-infectivity between animals and humans.