Pediatrics Flashcards
What is the occiput
The back if the head
Where do you start an assessment on preschool aged children? 3-6
The feet to head
What’s the respiratory rate for a newborn
20-60
What’s the heart rate for infants
100-160 BPM or more
What do you look for with pediatrics for primary assessment
Appearance
Breathing
Circulation
What’s the best way to check circulation for pediatric patients
Check the skin
What is a sign that the heart is not getting enough oxygen in pediatrics?
Bradycardia
What is croup
Infection in the airway below the level of the vocal chords
Seal like bark
Is asthma upper or lower airway problem?
Lower
Is strider upper or lower airway problem?
Upper
What is bronchiolitis caused by?
RSV
For pediatrics when do you use BVM
Under 12 and over 60 breaths per minute
What is status epilepticus
Seizures where the patient doesn’t regain consciousness between seizures
What side do you put the patient who has a gastronomy tube inserted?
Right side