PREP Audio - Micronutrients in Pediatrics
June 2009, Volume 4, No. 6

Micronutrients in Pediatrics

Micronutrients in Pediatrics

Learning Objectives

  • Recognize how to monitor micronutrients.
  • Discern which U.S. neonates are prone to iron deficiency.
  • Understand the role of iron supplementation for breastfed babies.
  • Outline the long- and short-term effects of iron deficiency even after treatment.
  • Determine the best screening methods for iron deficiency.
  • Define osteopenia of prematurity.
  • Recount the occurrence of vitamin D deficiency/rickets.
  • Ascertain the levels of vitamin D to measure.
  • Recognize the impact of zinc deficiency.
  • Review the parameters of copper deficiency.
Micronutrients in Pediatrics

Conrad R. Cole, MD, MPH, FAAP

Dr. Cole disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Micronutrients in Pediatrics

Steven A. Abrams, MD, FAAP

Current Source of Funding for Consulting: Coca-Cola Company.Current Source of Funding for Research: Mead-Johnson, Inc.Current Source of Funding for Speakers Bureau: Ross Laboratories.This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.

Micronutrients in Pediatrics

Michael K. Georgieff, MD, FAAP

Dr. Georgieff disclosed no financial relationship relevant to this issue. This issue does not contain a discussion of unapproved/investigative use of a commercial product/device.