Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics notes

Question . 1. Clinical findings are influenced by a child's developmental stage. Which of the following features of the physical examination is most strongly influenced by developmental stage? Skin turgor Respiratory rate Explanation: Respiratory rate is highest in the neonate and gradually becomes slower approaching adult rates in the preadolescent-adolescent age period. Respiratory rate may be influenced by serious pulmonary or airway infection or inflammation in addition to non-resp...

Question . 1. Clinical findings are influenced by a child's developmental stage. Which of the following features of the physical examination is most strongly influenced by developmental stage? Skin turgor Respiratory rate Explanation: Respiratory rate is highest in the neonate and gradually becomes slower approaching adult rates in the preadolescent-adolescent age period. Respiratory rate may be influenced by serious pulmonary or airway infection or inflammation in addition to non-resp...