CPR Pediatric and Neonatal Resuscitation 2

Question 1

A neonate is born at 36 weeks gestation and is apneic after initial stimulation. What is the correct initial ventilation rate using a bag-mask device?

Accepted Answer

40-60 breaths/min

Answer

Neonatal positive pressure ventilation should be delivered at 40-60 breaths per minute to achieve adequate chest rise.

Question 2

In pediatric resuscitation, which IV/IO fluid bolus volume is recommended for a child in hypovolemic shock?

Accepted Answer

20 mL/kg

Answer

Initial isotonic fluid bolus for pediatric hypovolemic shock is 20 mL/kg of normal saline or lactated Ringer's, repeated as needed.

Question 3

During neonatal resuscitation, chest compressions are indicated when the heart rate remains below what threshold despite 30 seconds of adequate PPV?

Accepted Answer

60 bpm

Answer

Neonatal chest compressions begin when the heart rate is below 60 bpm after 30 seconds of effective positive pressure ventilation.

Question 4

A 4-year-old child in cardiac arrest has a shockable rhythm. What is the correct initial defibrillation dose?

Accepted Answer

2 J/kg

Answer

The initial defibrillation dose for pediatric VF/pVT is 2 J/kg, with subsequent doses at 4 J/kg.

Question 5

In the Pediatric Assessment Triangle (PAT), which three components are evaluated?

Accepted Answer

Appearance, Work of breathing, Circulation to skin

Answer

The PAT evaluates Appearance (tone, interactivity, consolability, gaze, speech), Work of Breathing, and Circulation to skin.

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CPR Pediatric and Neonatal Resuscitation 2