PALS Latest Version | 2024/2025 |
Graded A+
A 4-year-old child suddenly collapses and is unresponsive with no detectable pulse. What is your
immediate course of action?
Begin chest compressions and ensure the airway is open.
A 6-year-old presents with severe respiratory distress and c...
PALS Latest Version | 2024/2025 |
Graded A+
A 4-year-old child suddenly collapses and is unresponsive with no detectable pulse. What is your
immediate course of action?
✔✔ Begin chest compressions and ensure the airway is open.
A 6-year-old presents with severe respiratory distress and cyanosis. What is your first step in
treatment?
✔✔ Provide supplemental oxygen and assist with ventilation.
When performing chest compressions on a child, what is the recommended depth for
compressions?
✔✔ Compress the chest to a depth of at least one-third of the chest’s depth.
During a resuscitation attempt, you notice that the child’s heart rate is still low despite effective
compressions. What medication should be administered?
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,✔✔ Administer epinephrine.
What is the primary goal when managing a child with a suspected foreign body airway
obstruction?
✔✔ Remove the obstruction using appropriate maneuvers, such as back blows and chest thrusts.
What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer CPR in a child?
✔✔ Perform 15 compressions followed by 2 breaths.
If a child presents with signs of shock and has a weak pulse, what is the initial management?
✔✔ Start intravenous fluid resuscitation to address fluid deficits.
When should you consider advanced airway placement during pediatric resuscitation?
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, ✔✔ Consider advanced airway placement if bag-mask ventilation is ineffective and the child
requires ongoing ventilation support.
What is the appropriate action if a child has a pulse but is not breathing effectively?
✔✔ Provide rescue breaths while monitoring the child’s vital signs.
What steps should be taken if a child has a suspected cardiac arrest but a shockable rhythm is not
present?
✔✔ Continue high-quality chest compressions and administer appropriate medications as
indicated.
What is the recommended action if a child with an acute severe allergic reaction shows signs of
respiratory distress?
✔✔ Administer epinephrine promptly and provide supplemental oxygen.
How do you confirm effective chest compressions during pediatric resuscitation?
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