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What is the mnemonic for appearance with regards to rapid assessment of a paediatric patient? |
TICLS - Tone, interativeness, consolability, look/gaze/ speech/cry |
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What indications show increased work of breathing in the paediatric assessment? |
Abnormal breath sounds, abnormal positioning, retractions (tracheal and intercostal), nasal flaring |
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What are the three signs of poor circulation in rapid paediatric assessment? |
Pallor, mottling, cyanosis |
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What are the indications of a well appearing child? |
Tone: Active, reaching, moving, strong grip Interactivity: interested in the environment, looking/smiling Consolability: easily comforted/consoled Look/gaze: Looks at caregivers or items of interest Speech/cry: Cries |
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What is the appearance of an unwell child with regards to rapid assessment? |
Tone: Still, floppy, quiet Interactivity: Not interested in their surroundings Consolability: Inconsolable Look/gaze: Staring, not engaging in eye contact Speech/cry: Moaning, grunting or quiet |
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