Emergencies Flashcards
1
Q
Normal RR for < 1-year-old
A
30 - 40
2
Q
Normal RR for 1-2 year-old
A
25-35
3
Q
Normal RR for 2 - 5 y old
A
25 - 30
4
Q
Normal RR for 5 - 12 y old
A
15- 25
5
Q
Normal Rr for >12 y old
A
12 - 20
6
Q
Medication used if a duct-dependant lesion is suspected
A
IV dinoprostone → prostaglandin E2 to keep the duct open (allowing common mixing to occur until a definitive diagnosis and treatment by a cardiologist can be sought)
7
Q
Presentation of a duct dependent lesion
A
- vary widely
- poor feeding
- sleepiness
- fast breathing when the duct is starting to close
- collapsed baby in cardiogenic shock where closure is imminent
8
Q
Management of supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) in a child
A
- vagal manoeuvres
- rapid bolus of IV adenosine
- synchronous DC shock
Management depends upon the clinical status of the child
9
Q
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