FISDAP Pediatric Assessment 3

Question 1

When calculating the estimated weight of a pediatric patient in the field, which formula provides a quick approximation for children aged 1-10 years?

Accepted Answer

(Age × 2) + 8 kg

Answer

The Broselow formula approximation (Age × 2) + 8 gives a reasonable weight estimate in kilograms for children 1-10 years.

Question 2

A 6-year-old with known asthma presents with audible wheezing, accessory muscle use, and SpO2 of 91%. According to PAT, this child's appearance is normal. What is the MOST appropriate classification?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory distress only

Answer

Normal appearance with signs of increased work of breathing and mild hypoxia indicates respiratory distress, not failure.

Question 3

Which finding during auscultation of a pediatric patient's chest is MOST consistent with foreign body aspiration?

Accepted Answer

Unilateral decreased breath sounds

Answer

Unilateral decreased breath sounds suggest a foreign body lodged in one mainstem bronchus, causing air trapping on that side.

Question 4

You are assessing a 2-year-old whose parent reports fever and decreased activity for 2 days. The child has a capillary refill time of 4 seconds. This finding indicates:

Accepted Answer

Mildly impaired perfusion

Answer

Capillary refill time greater than 2 seconds (some sources say >3 seconds) indicates impaired peripheral perfusion.

Question 5

A 9-year-old fell from a tree and has a GCS score of 11 (E3V3M5). Which component is most concerning from a neurological standpoint?

Accepted Answer

Confused verbal response (V4 would be confused; V3=inappropriate)

Answer

A verbal score of V3 (inappropriate words) suggests significant alteration in consciousness warranting rapid intervention.

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FISDAP Pediatric Assessment 3