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Which of the following would be an abnormal finding in a patient with glomerulonephritis?Clear urine There is a decrease in urine output for patient's with glomerulonephritis. Urine would be concentrated and dark brown/tea-colored. Clear urine There is a decrease in urine output for patient's with glomerulonephritis. Urine would be concentrated and dark brown/tea-colored.Administration of nebulized epinephrine Moderate to severe croup is treated with dexamethasone and nebulized epinep...

Tachycardia = an _______ sign of shockEarly What is a late sign of circulatory compromise in children?Hypotension Children can remain normotensive until about _____ percent of blood volume is lost25% What are two intervention you should always be doing?Applying oxygen Checking bedside blood glucose How long should the car seat be rear facing?Until at least one year of age _____ model parents behavior with toysToddlers Age 3 to 5:Preschoolers Magical and it logical thinkers Take things l...

Components in the prioritization of pediatric emergency care (4)PAT, Focused Assessment (objective information), Focused pediatric Hx(subjective information), assignment of an acuity rating decision Pediatric Assessment Triangle : (3) componentsAppearance. Work of Breathing. Circulation to the skin. This forms the "general impression". If there is an acute disruption in 1 component, child is "sicker". If there is an acute disruption in 2+ components the child is "sickest" Pediatr...

A 5-year-old child presents with hives, swelling of the lips and face, and stridor that developed about an hour after eating lunch. The child has no known allergies. Which of the following is the priority intervention? A. Administer intramuscular epinephrine B. Auscultate bilateral breath sounds C. Insert an intravenous catheter D. Administer inhaled albuterolA. Administer intramuscular epinephrine An adolescent is awaiting ICU admission for pneumonia. During reassessment, which of ...

An unresponsive 2-year-old child was found by his mother with a bottle labeled "Elavil 50 mg" by his side. Which piece of information is important to obtain from his mother? A. The size of the medication bottle. B. The expiration date of the medication. C. The number of pills left in the bottle. D. The person for whom the medication was prescribe.C. The number of pills left in the bottle. A nurse providing crisis intervention to the family of a seriously ill child can best keep the ...

Components in the prioritization of pediatric emergency care (4)PAT, Focused Assessment (objective information), Focused pediatric Hx(subjective information), assignment of an acuity rating decision Pediatric Assessment Triangle : (3) componentsAppearance. Work of Breathing. Circulation to the skin. This forms the "general impression". If there is an acute disruption in 1 component, child is "sicker". If there is an acute disruption in 2+ components the child is "sickest" PQRST f...

Ask about any new bed-wetting or sleep disturbances Pediatric patients with anxiety and PTSD may present with physical complaints. Assess for other behavioral symptoms to facilitate appropriate care and follow-up.A 5 year-old with no health problems presents to the Emergency Department with a sudden onset of chest pain and shortness of breath. Parents state that the family was involved in a bad car crash one week ago. A thorough assessment and workup has not revealed any abnormalities....

Ask about any new bed-wetting or sleep disturbances Pediatric patients with anxiety and PTSD may present with physical complaints. Assess for other behavioral symptoms to facilitate appropriate care and follow-up.A 5 year-old with no health problems presents to the Emergency Department with a sudden onset of chest pain and shortness of breath. Parents state that the family was involved in a bad car crash one week ago. A thorough assessment and workup has not revealed any abnormalities....

Assess the Pt's level of consciousness/responsivenessIs the Pt awake/responsive or unconscious Primary Survey"A" - "E" Position Pt to open airway & keep C-Spine stableAirway & Alignment (C-Spine) Manually open the airway with the jaw-thrust maneuver to maintain C-Spine stabilization Demonstrates and describes techniques to assess airway patency - Identify at least 3Vocalization or abnormal airway sounds Tongue obstruction Loose teeth or foreign objects Blood, drooling, secretions...

An unresponsive 2-year-old child was found by his mother with a bottle labeled "Elavil 50 mg" by his side. Which piece of information is important to obtain from his mother? A. The size of the medication bottle. B. The expiration date of the medication. C. The number of pills left in the bottle. D. The person for whom the medication was prescribe.C. The number of pills left in the bottle. A nurse providing crisis intervention to the family of a seriously ill child can best keep the ...