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16 Cards in this Set
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What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in children?
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respiratory
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What is the definition of shock?
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inadequate delivery of oxygen and metabolic substrates to meet the demand of tissue
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Differentiate between compensated and decompensated shock
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• Compensated shock: normal blood pressure
• Decompnesated shock: hypotension and often low cardiac output |
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What are ways to evaluate breathing by observation of the patient?
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• increased respiratory rate (first sign in pediatrics)
• mechanics of breathing (work of breathing) • decreased level of consciousness • color of skin |
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What is the leading type of shock in children worldwide?
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hypovolemic
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What is the most common cause of distributive shock?
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sepsis or anaphylaxis
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What percentage of blood volume can a child loss before going into uncompensated shock?
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• 50% blood volume loss (Dr. Weiss said)
• 25-30% (according to powerpoint) |
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True/False: Pulse oximetry and blood pressure are good methods to evaluate breathing and circulation in a pediatric patient
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The correct answers is: False
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What are early signs of shock (compensated)?
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• increased heart rate
• poor systemic perfusion |
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What are late signs of shock (decompensated)?
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• altered mental status
• decreased urine output • hypotension • weak central pulse |
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What are the 3 phases of rapid cardiopulmonary assessment?
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• physical examination
• classification of physiologic state • priorities of initial management |
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What is the most common cause of respiratory problems in kids?
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asthma
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What is the most common cause of death in children beyond the first few months of life?
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trauma (40% of deaths in 1-4 y/o)
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What are the leading causes of trauma in children?
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1. motor vehicle injuries
2. drowning |
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What is the leading cause of injury death in children under 1?
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homicide
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What are indications for endotracheal intubation in trauma?
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• airway obstruction
• glasgow coma score of 8 or less • need for prolonged ventilatory support (ex. thoracic injury) • respiratory arrest • respiratory failure |
