Kaplan MN580 Unit 3 Discussion Latest 2020 January

MN580 Primary Care of Children and Adolescents Health

Unit 3 Discussion

Topic 1: Pediatric Conditions Affecting the Eyes, Ears, Mouth, and Gastrointestinal System

This week, there will be a variety of conditions assigned to you by your instructor pertaining to the eyes, ears, mouth, and gastrointestinal system. You are expected to present your initial topic including, but not limited to, the following items:

Pathophysiology

Epidemiology

Physical exam findings

Differential diagnoses and rationale

Management plan to include diagnostic testing, medications if applicable, follow-up plans and referrals if needed

In addition, you are required to follow the Discussion Board grading rubric and respond to at least three of your classmates. Topics may include:

1. Sensorineural and conductive hearing loss

2. Otitis media (all types)

3. Conjunctivitis (all types) and nystagmus

4. Amblyopia and strabismus

5. Retinopathy of prematurity

6. Dental caries, candidiasis, aphthous ulcers

7. Retinoblastoma

8. Gastroesophageal reflux disease in pediatrics

9. Peptic ulcer disease in pediatrics

10. Appendicitis and functional abdominal pain syndrome

11. Intussusception and pyloric stenosis

12. Malabsorption syndromes: Celiac disease, lactose intolerance, cow’s milk protein intolerance or allergy

13. Failure to thrive

14. Acute gastroenteritis and intestinal parasites

15. Constipation and encopresis

16. Periorbital cellulitis and orbital cellulitis

17. Otitis externa and mastoiditis

18. Glaucoma and cataracts in pediatrics

19. Corneal ulcers and hordeolum

20. Cyclic vomiting syndrome