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d. is characterized by extreme weight loss in all patients, c. is uncommon in adolescents and teens. 9. leads to a distinctive barking cough and hoarseness. a RSV b. Asthma c. Bronchiolitis d. SIDS e. Croup 10. An infant who scores under the third percentile on growth charts a. may be suffering from failure to thrive (FTT). b. may be gravely ill. C. must be reported to authorities. d. will reach normal weight at a year. e. may suffer from Fifth disease. Critical Thinking Refer to the case study at the beginning of the chapter 39 and use what you have learned to answer the following questions. 1. What is failure to thrive, and what problems could it cause the child? 2. What are some common causes of FIT in newborns and infants? 3. At age 6 months, what developmental skills should Keyla have mastered? On the Job Sara, a 14-year-old, has come to the office for her school physical. She is very remote, moody, and unwilling to answer any questions you ask her as part of her physical exam. She seems to have changed a great deal in the past year, and is thinner, more unkempt , and lethargic. You notice also that her mother is constantly budgering her and rolling her eyes in exasperation at her lack of cooperation 1. What could you do to facilitate the examination and improve communication with Sara? 2. What possible problems could Sara be experiencing? 3. What should you do about the concerns that you have for Sara?
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