Ch. 34

Question 1

Seizures in children most often are the result of

a. a life threatening infection
b. a temperature greater than 102 F
c. an abrupt rise in body temperature
d. an inflammatory process in the brain

Answer 1

c. an abrupt rise in body temperature

Question 2

After clearing the airway of a newborn who is not in distress, it is most important for you to
a. apply free-flow oxygen
b. keep the newborn warm
c. clamp and cut the cord
d. obtain an APGAR score

Answer 2

b. keep the newborn warm