Chapter 14: Pediatric Trauma

Question 1

The most important prognostic indicator of potential CNS injury

Answer 1

History of loss of consciousness

Question 2

The pediatric patient’s airway is best protected by what position in the absence of trauma

Answer 2

Sniffing position

Question 3

In the presence of trauma, the ____position best protects the cervical spine while ensuring adequate airway opening

Answer 3

Neutral position

Question 4

3 most common causes of death in a child

Answer 4

Hypoxia

Hemorrhage

CNS trauma