ABCDE Flashcards

1
Q

VITAL signs (5)

A

HR
BP
breathing rate
O2 sat
temperature

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2
Q

what could cause tachycardia

A

sepsis
one round around the garden
fever
crying, because he/she has pain
crying, because he/she can’t get a candy
dehydration
anaemia

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3
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rectal temperature

A

substract 0.5

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4
Q

estimate body weight

A

(age + 4) x 2 = BW
(between 1 - 10 years)

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5
Q

normal BP
and acceptable

A
  • normal: 90 + 2 x age
  • acceptable: 70 + 2 x age
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6
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signs of dyspnea

A

Intercostal, subcostal, jugular retractions, nasal flare,
paradox chest movement – respiratory distress

Decrease of respiratory effort

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