Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about developmental milestones for your preterm baby (also known as preemie).
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Students With Chronic Health Conditions: Guidance for Families, Schools, and Students
School is more than a place to gain knowledge and skills. It also is a place where children meet new friends and learn about themselves and other important life lessons. Because children spend many hours in school, it is important that it be a safe and supportive environment for all children.
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Vesicostomy
A vesicostomy is a surgical opening in the bladder to the outside of the body (lower belly) that allows urine to come out, preventing urinary tract infection and damage to the kidneys. Urine drains constantly from this opening. The child will need to wear a diaper, training pants (Pull-Ups), or an incontinence
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) (Includes Concussion)
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is caused by a direct blow to the head with different amounts of force that cause mild, moderate, or severe brain injury. Mild TBI can be called a concussion.
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Turner Syndrome
Turner syndrome is a genetic condition that only affects girls and women. It occurs when 1 of the 2 X chromosomes normally found in females is missing or incomplete.
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Tracheostomy
The Care Plan should address
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Spleen Problems
Because the spleen can be affected differently by different diseases, it is difficult to say how many children have spleen problems.
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Special Diets and Inborn Errors of Metabolism
Some of the more common inborn errors of metabolism include
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Spina Bifida
Spina bifida means cleft spine, which is an incomplete closure in the spinal column. The 4 types of spina bifida are
Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Sickle Cell Disease
Children with sickle cell disease should have at least 8 cups of water or fluid per day.