PEARS Pediatric Evaluation

Question 1

What is the first step in the pediatric assessment triangle?

Accepted Answer

Appearance

Answer

Breathing effort

Answer

Skin color

Answer

Capillary refill time

Question 2

Which component of the pediatric assessment triangle indicates respiratory distress?

Accepted Answer

Work of breathing

Answer

Circulation

Answer

Skin turgor

Answer

Mental status

Question 3

What does a capillary refill time longer than 2 seconds suggest in a child?

Accepted Answer

Delayed perfusion

Answer

Normal circulation

Answer

Elevated blood pressure

Answer

Good hydration

Question 4

What is the purpose of using the AVPU scale in pediatric assessment?

Accepted Answer

Assess consciousness

Answer

Measure hydration

Answer

Check respiratory rate

Answer

Evaluate heart rhythm

Question 5

Which vital sign is most concerning in a pediatric patient?

Accepted Answer

Bradycardia

Answer

Mild tachypnea

Answer

Low-grade fever

Answer

Normal heart rate

Question 6

What is the best indicator of adequate ventilation in a pediatric patient?

Accepted Answer

Chest rise and fall

Answer

Skin pallor

Answer

Nasal flaring

Answer

Noisy breathing