Paediatric Emergancies Flashcards
1
Q
Basic life support in children. How many breaths and compressions?
A
5 rescue breaths.
15 compressions 2 breaths
2
Q
Basic life support in neonates. How many breaths and compressions?
A
3:1
Rate- 100 per min in all ages
3
Q
What signs can you see in infants for ⬆️effort of breathing/respiratory distress?
A
⬆️RR Accessory muscle use - costal recession Nasal flare Position Sounds- stridor, wheeze or grunting
4
Q
How do you measure efficacy of breathing?
A
Chest expansion Air entry Pulse oximetry (sats)
5
Q
What are the pre-terminal signs in respiratory failure?
A
Cyanosis Altered consciousness Silent chest O2 of <85% in air Hypotension
6
Q
How do you identify potential central neurological failure?
A
AVPU
Posture - decorticate (flexion) and decerebrate (extension)
Pupils
7
Q
Apgar score
A
Colour- 2 blue or pale
Hr- absent
Reflex
