Kaplan 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