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Why isn't atropine given first for Bradycardia in pediatric patients? - Correct Answer
The majority of pediatric resuscitations can be resolved when their airway and breathing
is restored.
Your patient has a viral pneumonia with copious secretions requiring suctioning. What
supplies would you gather to complete the task? - Correct Answer Appropriate size
catheter, oxygen, gloves, mask & gown.
What are the signs that an asthmatic is getting better? - Correct Answer Less
wheezes, good air exchange.
What does the pulse oximetry reading measure? - Correct Answer Oxygen saturation
of the hemoglobin.
The BEST way to decrease nosocomial infections is to? - Correct Answer Wash hands
before every patient contact.
What are some early signs of sepsis? - Correct Answer Increase WBC
Your patient with diabetes is exhibiting signs of insulin overdose. What physical
assessment signs do you observe? - Correct Answer Cool, pale, sleepy.
A patient has a sunken fontanel, no tears, and tenting skin. The MOST likely diagnosis
is? - Correct Answer Dehydration
A patient is head bobbing, has nasal flaring, and retractions. The MOST LIKELY
diagnosis is? - Correct Answer Respiratory Distress
Why do you want to keep a baby from becoming hypothermic? - Correct Answer The
baby could become Bradycardia, hypotensive, & apneic.
You want to assess perfusion in a child. What do you check? - Correct Answer Cap
refill, pulses, warmth of extremity.
What is the normal urine output in a pediatric patient? - Correct Answer 1-2 mL/kg/hr
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