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• Intussusception


  The common cause of intestinal obstruction in children
• Hirschsprung Disease


  Congenital condition causing intestinal obstruction
• Pyloric Stenosis


  Thickening of the pyloric sphincter leading to projectile vomiting
• Appendicitis


  Inflammation of the appendix, risk of perforation
• Dehydration


  Caused by fluid loss exceeding intake
• Diarrhea


  Causes: Rotavirus, E. coli, Salmonella, Shigella
• Nephrotic Syndrome


  Symptoms: Proteinuria, hypoalbuminemia, edema
• Diabetes Mellitus


  • Type 1: Insulin-dependent, onset in childhood
  • Type 2: Insulin resistance, usually adult-onset
• Seizures


  Types: Partial, Generalized (e.g., Tonic-Clonic, Absence)
• Hydrocephalus


  Imbalance in CSF production and absorption
• Phototherapy


  Treatment for jaundice, procedure and care during phototherapy
• Heel-prick Method


  Procedure for obtaining blood samples in infants
• NGT (Nasogastric Tube) Procedures


  Insertion, feeding, and removal techniques
• Key Procedures and Nursing Considerations

  • Accurate assessment and management of each condition
  • Importance of maintaining hydration and electrolyte balance
  • Monitoring for complications and providing appropriate interventions
  • Educating patients and families about condition management and preventive measures