Emergency Pediatric Care Quizlet

ATI LPN · Emergency Pediatric Care Quizlet

Question 1 of 15

Which of the following is correct regarding the scope of activities and responsibilities of the medical director for the emergency medical services system?

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Question 2 of 15

You receive a call from the 911 call center regarding ongoing resuscitation efforts for a pediatric trauma. The patient and his family were in a MVC rollover on a rural highway. Resuscitation efforts have been in progress for 45 minutes on a pulseless 3-year-old boy with diffuse abdominal bruising who appeared to have been an unrestrained backseat passenger and who was ejected from the vehicle in which he had been riding. The patient's location is 90 minutes from the nearest facility. What are your recommendations for the EMS crew?

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Question 3 of 15

A pediatric ED nurse, who is caring for a 12-year-old patient with septic shock, perceives a potential complication of fluid resuscitation upon noting:

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Question 4 of 15

Which of the following is least likely to be present in a child with respiratory distress?

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Question 5 of 15

You receive a call from an ambulance crew who was dispatched to a respiratory distress call from a caregiver. Upon arrival, the crew found an underweight, syndromic child with agonal breathing and exhibiting a pulse rate of 42 beats/minute. No legal guardians were present. But the child has a medical facility bracelet that states 'Do Not Resuscitate.' The provider calling you is asking for advice on advanced airway placement. What should you recommend?

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Question 6 of 15

Which medication is used for symptomatic bradycardia unresponsive to ventilation and oxygenation?

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Question 7 of 15

The nurse is caring for a 10-month-old infant with signs of respiratory distress. Which is the best way to maintain this child's airway?

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Question 8 of 15

A 4-year-old girl arrives to the ED in acute respiratory distress. You determine that she requires endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation. What is the most appropriate cuffed endotracheal tube size for this patient?

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Question 9 of 15

A 3-year-old child with croup has the following vital signs: heart rate 90, respiratory rate 48, blood pressure 100/52, and temperature 98.8Â°F (37.1Â°C). The parents ask the nurse if these vital signs are normal. The nurse's best response is:

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Question 10 of 15

An unconscious client is brought to the emergency department after ingesting too much prescribed medication. Which of the following is the highest priority nursing intervention?

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Question 11 of 15

When assessing a child with a traumatic injury, which of the following would be the priority assessment?

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Question 12 of 15

A 2-year-old child presents with high fever, drooling, and mild respiratory distress. He is ill-appearing. The mother states they do not believe in immunizations. The child's neck radiograph is most likely to reveal:

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Question 13 of 15

When developing a plan of care for a hospitalized child, the nurse knows that children in which age group are most likely to view illness as a punishment for misdeeds?

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Question 14 of 15

A 7-year-old boy comes to the Emergency Department with a 1-week history of diffuse abdominal pain, weight loss, nausea, and vomiting. He also admits to polyuria and polydipsia, worsening over the past few days. His vital signs are as follows: heart rate 150 beats/minute, respiratory rate 30 breaths/minute, blood pressure 90/50 mm Hg, and oxygen saturation 99% on room air. A bedside glucose is 520 mg/dl. He appears lethargic and has dry mucous membranes. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial management after IV access has been obtained?

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Question 15 of 15

A home care nurse provides health education to parents regarding the care of their toddler. Which of the following precautions should the nurse suggest the parents take to protect the toddler from drowning?

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