Pediatric Flashcards
1
Q
Manual defibrillation dosage
A
- Initial dose: 2 J/kg, subsequent doses: 4 J/kg
2
Q
Resuscitation on scene time
A
Consider resuscitation on scene up to 20 mins
3
Q
True or False: Transcutaneous pacing is a Base/Modified Base Hospital Order Only
A
True
4
Q
Probable Sinus Tachycardia Signs
A
- P waves present & normal
- Variable R-R & constant P-R
- Infants: rate usually <220
- Children: rate usually <180
5
Q
Probable SVT Signs
A
- P waves absent or abnormal
- HR not variable
- Infants: rate usually ≥220
- Children: rate usually ≥180
6
Q
Synchronized Cardioversion Doses
Base/Modified Base Hospital Order Only
A
- Initial dose: 0.5-1 J/kg
- Subsequent doses 2 J/kg
- Consider sedation
7
Q
True or False:
All infants ≤1 year of age with possible BRUE should be transported by EMS for further medical evaluation
A
True
8
Q
Severe FBAO Management
A
- Pts <1 year old
5 back blows followed by 5 chest thrusts - Pts ≥1 years old
Abdominal thrusts in rapid sequence
