Chronic Paediatric Conditions — Flashcards

What is the pharmacotherapy management of cystic fibrosis? _____ for patients with the F508del mutation

Hint: pharmacology

Duchenne muscular dystrophy may use their arms to stand up from squatted position, known as _____

Cerebral palsy is managed with an extensive _____

Does duchenne muscular dystrophy cause intellectual impairment? _____

Cystic fibrosis commonly presents with _____ in adults

The most common subtype of cerebral palsy is _____

What disorder presents with progressive muscle weakness from 5 years old, calf hypertrophy, Gower's sign, & intellectual impairment? _____

What is the cause of death in duchenne muscular dystrophy? (2) _____

Key risk factors for cerebral palsy include _____, low birth weight, & TORCH infections

Cystic fibrosis is managed with _____ supplements taken with food