System Disorder

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Texas Southern University
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Biology 1407 | Biology for Science Majors II
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ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATE: System Disorder Jatyra Williams STUDENT NAME______________________________________ Newborn Hypoglycemia DISORDER/DISEASE PROCESS___________________________________________________________ REVIEW MODULE CHAPTER____________ Alterations in Health (Diagnosis) Blood glucose alterations Pathophysiology Related to Client Problem Hypoglycemia is when the level of sugar(glucose) in the blood is too low. Glucose is themain source of fuel for the brain and the body Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Watch for signs and symptoms ASSESSMENT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS Risk Factors Expected Findings Babies born to mothers with diabetesBabies who are small for gestational age or growth-restrictedPreterm babies, especially those with low birth weightsBabies born under significant stressBabies with mothers treated with certain medicines such asterbutalineBabies who are large for their gestational age Laboratory Tests BGL blood test CBC A1C ShakinessBlue tint to skin and lips (cyanosis) Stopping breathing (apnea)Low body temperature (hypothermia)Floppy muscles (poor muscle tone)Not interested in feedingLack of movement and energy (lethargy)Seizure Diagnostic Procedures BGL blood test head to toe assessment PATIENT-CENTERED CARE Nursing Care Monitor glucose levels and keep baby warm Therapeutic Procedures Keeping the baby's temperature regulated ACTIVE LEARNING TEMPLATES In many cases,there may not be away to preventhypoglyce mia in anewborn baby. Fora baby with riskfactors, healthcareprovider s will needto watch carefullyfor the signs andtreat as soon aspossible Complications Medications glucose andwater mixtureor formula or IV Client Education If your baby has signs of hypoglycemia, give him or her formula or glucose and water mixture Interprofessional Care Dietary, neurology,urology paediatrics Not enough glucose can harm the brain's ability to function. Severe or long-lasting hypoglycemia may cause seizures and serious brain injury

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