A 7-month-old infant presents with developmental regression,…

A 7-month-old infant presents with developmental regression, increased startle response, and decreased motor skills. On exam, the child has hypotonia and a cherry-red spot on the macula. Family history reveals both parents are of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

The parents of a 3 year old child are concerned that the chi…

The parents of a 3 year old child are concerned that the child has begun refusing usual foods and wants to eat mashed potatoes and chicken strips at every meal and snack.  The child’s rate of weight has slowed, but the child remains at the same percentile for weight on a growth chart.  What will the primary care pediatric nurse practitioner tell the parents to do?

Shelby, is a 4 week old, and presents to your office in mid…

Shelby, is a 4 week old, and presents to your office in mid January with a one week history of nasal congestion and occasional cough.  On the evening prior to this visit Shelby developed a temperature of 102F, refused to breast feed; had paroxysmal coughing and noisy labored breathing.  On exam, you note  an ill appearing infant who is lethargic with tachypnea and intercostal retractions.  Shelby does not attend daycare but has a 3 year old sibling who is in day care and who recently had a “cold”.  Considering the clinical presentation, what is the most likely cause of Shelby’s illness?