Special Populations & Pediatric Care Flashcards
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What is a common sign of respiratory distress in children?
Answer: Nasal flaring and retractions
Nasal flaring, grunting, and retractions are common signs in pediatric respiratory distress.
What is the best indicator of perfusion in infants?
Answer: Capillary refill
Capillary refill is a key indicator of perfusion in infants and young children.
What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer child CPR?
Answer: 15:2
The ratio is 15 compressions to 2 breaths for two-rescuer child CPR.
What is a sign of child abuse?
Answer: Unexplained injuries and fearful behavior
Unexplained injuries, inconsistent histories, and fearful behavior are signs of abuse.
How should you communicate with elderly patients?
Answer: Speak clearly and allow extra time
Speak clearly, respectfully, and allow extra time for responses.
Which condition is more common in elderly patients?
Answer: Osteoporosis and heart disease
Elderly patients are more prone to conditions like osteoporosis and heart disease.
What is the best way to transport a pregnant woman in her third trimester?
Answer: On her left side
Place her on her left side to prevent compression of the vena cava.
What is the first step in neonatal resuscitation?
Answer: Provide warmth and stimulate
Provide warmth, position the airway, and stimulate the newborn.
What is the normal respiratory rate for a newborn?
Answer: 40–60 bpm
A normal newborn respiratory rate is 40–60 breaths per minute.