Peripheral vasoconstriction is more dependent on core than on skin temperature (cf. Answer: B he or she presents with: A pediatric patient involved in a drowning emergency may present with: abdominal distension. D. head bobbing. D. place the child in a supine position and perform abdominal thrusts. D. give 12.5 to 25 g of activated charcoal. product because it may: C. skin condition D. decreased LOC. B. partial-thickness burns covering more than 20% of the body surface. When a child is struck by a car, the area of greatest injury depends MOSTLY on the: size of the child and the height of the bumper upon impact. ground; he was not wearing a helmet. Question Type: General Knowledge Effective methods for providing pain relief to a child with an extremity injury include: You should suspect: The EMT should be MOST concerned when a child presents with fever and: Hyperthermia differs from fever in that it is an increase in body temperature: caused by the inability of the body to cool itself. Question Type: Critical Thinking queensland figure skating. C. spaced further apart, which causes them to shift following trauma. A. bronchioles. The MOST ominous sign of impending cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children is: C. 12, 4 When a child experiences a blunt injury to the abdomen: he or she can compensate for blood loss better than adults, without signs of shock developing, partial-thickness burns covering more than 20% of the BSA. Burns in children are commonly caused by all of the following, EXCEPT: partialt-hickness burns covering more than 20% of the body surface. An infant of this age is also developmentally ready for other foods. With regard to the legal implications of child abuse: D. lower in the abdominal cavity, where the muscles are not as strong. D. he or she even has a minor injury. Which of the following statements regarding a pediatric patient's anatomy is correct? The patient, an 18-month-old female, D. an altered mental status. D. he or she is breathing inadequately. B. C. age of the child and the size of the car that struck him or her. A. evidence of alcohol consumption or drug use at the scene Signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child include: Which of the following statements regarding spinal injuries in pediatric patients is correct? D. mother smoked during pregnancy. B. encourage him to cough, give oxygen as tolerated, and transport. 40 Blood loss in a child exceeding _____ of his or her total blood volume significantly increases the risk of Compared to adults, the liver and spleen of pediatric patients are more prone to injury and bleeding because they are: proportionately larger and situated more anteriorly. C. change in bladder habits 10. Answer: D It is the recommended adjunct for children with head trauma. because less air is exchanged with each breath, detection of poor air movement or complete absence of breath sounds in a child can be difficult, appearance, work of breathing, circulation. If the situation allows, a child should be transported in a car seat if he or she weighs less than _____ lb. D. a semiconscious 7-year-old female with normal ventilation, C. an unresponsive 5-year-old male with shallow respirations. Page: 1184. Answer: D A. child is in severe decompensated shock. C. usually present within the first 10 minutes of ingestion. D. Inexperience and poor judgment are rare causes of pediatric trauma. C. ear pain. Answer: D The majority of cervical spine injuries in children are partial transections of the spinal cord, resulting in D. activity, respiratory quality, and level of consciousness. B. scalding water in a bathtub. Question Type: General Knowledge C. their bones bend more easily than an adult's. Question Type: General Knowledge C. 25 g Which of the following inquiries should you make in private when obtaining a SAMPLE Use of a nonrebreathing mask or nasal cannula in a child is appropriate ONLY if: Which of the following is MORE common in children than in adults following a head injury? C. an ineffective cough. A. 95. If a nasopharyngeal airway is too long, it may: After using the PAT to form your general impression of a sick or injured child, you should: You should: B. push the tongue anteriorly. A. mild dehydration. C. hyperthermia. 91. D. 50 g. The MOST common cause of dehydration in pediatric patients is: A. cyanosis. B. ensure that his or her neck is hyperextended. 19. A. child abuse must be reported only if it can be proven. 78. B. past medical history Question Type: General Knowledge B. headache and fever. Greenstick fractures occur in infants and children because: Page: 1180, 66. 50. The patient, an 18-month-old female, is tachypneic, has sternal retractions, and is clinging to her mother. Page: 1160. C. electrolyte imbalances. C. retractions. D. 6, Which of the following represents a low normal systolic blood pressure for a 6-year-old child? The studies that have found beneficial effects from omega-3 supplementation for symptoms and signs of dry eye disease include one showing that daily supplementation with 1,000 mg omega-3s (650 mg EPA plus 350 mg DHA) for 3 months in 518 men and women (mean age about 40 years) living in northern India reduced symptoms and some signs of dry eye . 102. 5% How many protons per second are consumed in nuclear reactions in the Sun? D. retracting the intercostal muscles. B. headache and fever. She further tells you that her daughter has no history of seizures, but has had a Question Type: General Knowledge In general, signs of blood loss include pale mucous membranes, prolonged capillary re-fill time, progressive mental deterioration, tachypnea, hypothermia, poor pulse quality (narrow pulse pressure), and cold extremities and also reflects . B. The first month of life after birth is referred to as the: 2. A. monitor the child's heart rate. They are rarely used in infants younger than 1 year. D. ventilate the child with sharp, quick breaths at the appropriate rate. 38. The suture of the anterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age, and the suture of the posterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age. A. stridor. D. If the cervical spine is injured, it is most likely to be an injury to the ligaments because of rapid movement When a child experiences a blunt injury to the abdomen: A. The components of the PAT are: B. encourage him to cough, give oxygen as tolerated, and transport. The narrowing (constriction) of blood arteries by tiny muscles in their walls is known as vasoconstriction. She is Critical burns in children include: This is an example of what condition? Page: 1169. In the first three months babies pay most attention to faces. A. be prepared to assist her ventilations, transport at once, and request an ALS intercept en route to the 4 D. decreased LOC. Which of the following is MORE common in children than in adults following a head injury? 20 g B. the flexible ribs can be compressed without breaking. Question Type: General Knowledge A. a cardiac arrhythmia. D. height of the child and the speed at which the car was traveling. After your partner stabilizes his head and opens his airway, you assess his breathing and determine that it is slow and irregular. B. visualize the child's airway. unrecognized. Question Type: Critical Thinking Which of the following statements regarding a pediatric patient's anatomy is correct? D. place the child in a supine position and perform abdominal thrusts. A tight, whistling or musical sound heard with each breath may indicate that the air passages may be smaller, making it more difficult to breathe. A. child abuse. When assessing an 8-year-old child, you should: 7. Question Type: General Knowledge B. internal blood loss. Question Type: General Knowledge signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child include: When immobilizing an injured child in a pediatric immobilization device, you should: 56. Peripheral vasoconstriction is an important autonomic response to cold exposure, which restricts heat transfer from the core to the environment through the skin. B. obtain a SAMPLE history from the parents. You should: Before positioning an infant or child's airway, you should: To ensure that the airway of an infant or small child is correctly positioned, you may have to: place a towel or folded sheet behind the shoulders. C. insert a nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal airway adjunct. B. falls from a height greater than 5. 61. D. brisk capillary refill. You should: be prepared to assist her ventilations, transport at once, and request an ALS intercept en route to the hospital. Page: 1162, 30. 94. Critical burns in children include: A. shins The infant's mother tells you that he has not had a soiled diaper in over 12 hours. A. Arch Dis Child 25(123): 242-253. D. give 12.5 to 25 g of activated charcoal. Febrile seizures are MOST common in children between: Which of the following statements regarding pediatric trauma is correct? Her skin is pink and dry, and her heart rate is 120 beats/min. Page: 1184. A. His mother states that she saw him put a small toy into his mouth shortly before the episode began. 4 years. Page: 1170. C. intra-abdominal hemorrhage. D. allowing the child to remain with her mother and applying a nasal cannula. A. allow the mother to drive her daughter to the hospital. Answer: D CHLOROPROCAINE HCI CHLOROPROCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/mL HF Acquisition Co LLC, DBA HealthFirst HF Acquisition Co LLC, DBA HealthFirst Page: 1162-1163. D. superficial burns covering more than 10% to 15% of the body surface. A. Page: 1188. Heart rate may not reflect the severity of blood loss due to compensatory vasoconstriction and constriction. Respiratory acidosis occurs when the arterial partial pressure of carbon dioxide (P a CO 2) is elevated above the normal range (>44 mmHg) leading to a blood pH lower than 7.35. A 4-year-old, 16-kg female ingested an unknown quantity of liquid drain cleaner. 100. heart rate is 140 beats/min and his anterior fontanelle appears to be slightly sunken. C. severe hypoxia and bradycardia. These include encouraging women and providing instructions on changing positions, . When assessing or treating an adolescent patient, it is important to remember that: A. they usually do not wish to be observed during a procedure. A. child abuse. Death caused by shaken baby syndrome is usually the result of: With regard to the legal implications of child abuse: EMTs must report all suspected cases of child abuse. Certain cases of SIDS are predictable and therefore preventable. Question Type: General Knowledge Causes of infant death that may be mistaken for SIDS include all of the following, EXCEPT: EMT Chapter 34 - Pediatric Emergencies Quiz, EMT-B Chapter 34 - Pediatric Emergencies (Mul, AAOS EMT Eleventh Edition Chapter 34 Pediatri, EMT: Chapter 33 [obstetrics & neonatal care], EMT: Chapter 32 [environmental emergencies], Julie S Snyder, Linda Lilley, Shelly Collins, Stanwick Managerial Accounting T/F & MC for E, Captulo 23: Aparato reproductor femenino. The suture of the anterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age, and the suture of the posterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age. C. crying or combativeness, good muscle tone, and awareness to time. D. begin chest compressions if she becomes unresponsive and her heart rate falls below 80 beats/min. Page: 1155. B. a responsive 6-year-old male who responds appropriately C. face He is complaining of pain when he tries to turn his head. 46. A high-pitched inspiratory sound that indicates a partial upper airway obstruction is called: Referring to Figure 9.5, state what phase(s) is (are) present at A blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg indicates high blood pressure . His mother states that she saw him put a small toy into his mouth shortly before the episode began. Answer: D B. separating the child from her mother and providing ventilatory assistance. To ensure that the airway of an infant or small child is correctly positioned, you may have to: place a towel or folded sheet behind the shoulders. 6 months and 6 years. Signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child include: A) warm, dry skin. B. complaining of severe back pain. C. begin immediate ventilation assistance and ensure that you squeeze the bag forcefully in order to open her bronchioles. 45. Immediate transport is indicated for a child when he or she: D. Inexperience and poor judgment are rare causes of pediatric trauma. Febrile seizures in a child: B. a rash. C. may not be possible if the child's condition is critical. Her skin is pink and dry, and her heart rate is 120 beats/min. Use the proper word to complete each of the following blanks: Question Type: General Knowledge She further tells you that her daughter has no history of seizures, but has had a recent ear infection. C. skin condition, respiratory rate, and level of alertness. A. irritability of the left ventricle. A. a blank stare, a duration of between 15 and 30 minutes, and a prolonged postictal phase. D. The cause of death following SIDS can be established by autopsy. A. he or she can compensate for blood loss better than adults. A. the car seat is visibly damaged. A. determine if the child's vital signs are within the age-appropriate limits. A. pallor. You should: D. depress the tongue with a tongue depressor. A. the growth plate is commonly injured. When ventilating a pediatric patient with a bag-mask device, the EMT should: block the pop-off valve if needed to achieve adequate chest rise. C. rule out an injury to the spinal cord. Dose: Adults. How could you check to see if this is true (without any scraping)? D. result in a soft-tissue injury. A. place padding under the child's head. C. deliver a series of five back blows and then reassess his condition. Question Type: Critical Thinking C. place the child in cold water to attempt to reduce her fever. C. perform a blind finger sweep. D. popliteal. B. more vascular despite the fact that they are proportionately smaller. 42. Febrile seizures are MOST common in children between the ages of: Which of the following statements regarding a 3-month-old infant is correct? A child who has no recent history of illness suddenly appears cyanotic and cannot speak after B. his or her tidal volume is adequate. and perform a secondary assessment. In contrast to adults, deterioration to cardiac arrest in infants and children is usually associated with: Common causes of seizures in children include all of the following, EXCEPT: In most children, febrile seizures are characterized by: generalized tonic-clonic activity, a duration of less than 15 minutes, a short/absent postictal phase. The triggers for vasoconstriction are fluid loss (blood, urine, stomach contents, sweat, fluid evaporation due to severe burns), hypothermia, and hypernatremia (too much sodium in the blood). Accessory muscle use. C. generalized tonic-clonic activity, a duration of less than 15 minutes, and a short or absent postictal phase. 60. Signs of an upper airway obstruction in an infant or child include all of the following, EXCEPT: C. sunken fontanelles. B. slowed level of activity. A 6-month-old male presents with 2 days of vomiting and diarrhea. B. retracting. B. use a length-based resuscitation tape measure. Have you noticed any signs or symptoms? Use of a nonrebreathing mask or nasal cannula in a child is appropriate ONLY if: Indicate the type of solid (molecular, metallic, ionic, or covalent-network) for each compound: HBr. 67. A. chills. C. intra-abdominal hemorrhage. Question Type: General Knowledge Cardiac arrest in the pediatric population is MOST commonly the result of: You are dispatched to a local elementary school for an injured child. B. fear or anxiety. 35. B. moderate dehydration. You should: encourage him to cough, give oxygen as tolerated, and transport. D. 5 seconds. B. use a length-based resuscitation tape measure. B. the flexible ribs can be compressed without breaking. D. 98 mm Hg. Page: 1155, 15. They can usually identify painful areas when questioned. Answer: C You are dispatched to a local elementary school for an injured child. 43, AAOS 7th Ed. He is conscious, but his level of activity Which of the following statements regarding a pediatric patient's anatomy is correct? C. bronchitis. 6 years. B. 105. The majority of cervical spine injuries in children are partial transections of the spinal cord, resulting in partial paralysis. A. wheezing. A. put padding behind his or her head. A normal level of consciousness in an infant or child is characterized by: age-appropriate behavior, good muscle tone, and good eye contact. Which of the following statements regarding sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is correct? Compared to an adult, the diaphragm dictates the amount of air that a child inspires because the: A. intercostal muscles are not well developed. C. stimulate the vagus nerve. B. EMTs must report all suspected cases of child abuse. When assessing an infant's ventilation status, you should: During the attempted resuscitation of an infant with suspected SIDS: She is receiving high-flow oxygen 47. C. his or her vital signs are stable. A. secure the head before the torso. C. carefully examine the genitalia for signs of injury. When assessing an 8-year-old child, you should: B. talk to the child, not just the caregiver. After determining that an infant or child has strong central pulses, you should: After squeezing the end of a child's finger or toe for a few seconds, blood should return to the area within: Capillary refill time is MOST reliable as an indicator of end-organ perfusion in children younger than: immediate transport is indicated for a child when he or she: has a history suggestive of a serious illness. When caring for a female child who has possibly been sexually abused, you should: C. ear pain. If the cervical spine is injured, it is most likely to be an injury to the ligaments because of rapid movement of the head D. nausea and vomiting. D. 5 seconds. Question Type: General Knowledge D. entrapment in a structural fire. C. 5 C. 4 seconds. A. sexual activity A. the flexible rib cage protects the vital thoracic organs. B. occur after a week of a febrile illness. 63. Question Type: General Knowledge Which of the following groups of people is associated with the lowest risk of meningitis? C. exposure to caustic chemicals. D. heat compresses and lowering the injured extremity. B. continue high-flow oxygen therapy, contact medical control, and request permission to administer more B. not rule out compensated shock. Boerrhave's syndrome. Answer: C Bruising to the _________ is LEAST suggestive of child abuse. B. Write a recursive method to compute the following series: m(i)=13+25+37+49+511+613++i2i+1m(i)=\frac{1}{3}+\frac{2}{5}+\frac{3}{7}+\frac{4}{9}+\frac{5}{11}+\frac{6}{13}+\ldots+\frac{i}{2 i+1} Signs and symptoms of meningitis in the infant or child include all of the following, EXCEPT: A) sunken fontanelles. B. oxygen content in the blood is decreased. The EMT should be MOST concerned when a child presents with fever and: B. retractions. Page: 1167, 40. Question Type: General Knowledge B. stabilize his head and check for a pulse. Page: 1195. D. brisk capillary refill. Page: 1176. they are rarely used in infants younger than 1 y.a. Page: 1185. Page: 1185. The secondary assessment of a sick or injured child: A 4-year-old female ingested an unknown quantity of liquid drain cleaner. Page: 1161. C. a rapid heart rate. C. 5 29. Greenstick fractures occur in infants and children because: their bones bend more easily than an adult's. You should: attempt cooling measures, offer O2, transport. A child who has no recent history of illness suddenly appears cyanotic and cannot speak after playing with a B. separating the child from her mother and providing ventilatory assistance. C. altered mental status. A. estimate the child's weight based on age. b. abnormal breath sounds. A. appearance, work of breathing, and skin circulation. A normal level of consciousness in an infant or child is characterized by: A. an oral airway has been inserted. D. refusal to drink fluids. Hyperthermia differs from fever in that it is an increase in body temperature: A. encourage the child to urinate and take a shower. signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child include: Home; american dad steve runs away; signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child include: A sound heard in the upper airway when the child breathes in. Signs of severe dehydration in an infant include all of the following, EXCEPT: C. Why did your child ingest the poison? B. mental status, heart rate, and systolic blood pressure. Page: 1196, 103. Answer: B Answer: C Question Type: General Knowledge 55. correct? A. radial small toy. 54. Question Type: General Knowledge A. Answer: C You should suspect: following questions would be of LEAST pertinence? C. hyperpnea. This is what is known as an embolus. C. 12, 4 C. his or her vital signs are stable. 62. Her heart rate is 130 beats/min and her respiratory rate is 30 breaths/min. Page: 1187, 87. Signs and symptoms of meningitis in the infant or child include all of the following, EXCEPT: Children with N meningitides would MOST likely present with: The signs and symptoms of poisoning in children: vary widely, depending on the child's age and weight. C. 8 months and 8 years. His pulse is slow and bounding. D. brisk capillary refill. C. skin condition The suture of the anterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age, and the suture of the posterior fontanelle is typically closed by _____ months of age. B. EMTs must report all suspected cases of child abuse. 16 Signs of vasoconstriction in the infant or child may include a Warm dry skin from MEDICAL TE 24 at North Seattle College Bruising to the _________ is LEAST suggestive of child abuse. Certain cases of SIDS are predictable and therefore preventable. Page: 1182. pain control management is essential. Question Type: General Knowledge B. crying and anxiety. Compared to adults, the liver and spleen of pediatric patients are more prone to injury and bleeding because they are: proportionately larger and situated more anteriorly. B. retractions. B. fear or anxiety. Answer: D If the situation allows, a child should be transported in a car seat if he or she weighs less than _____ lb. B. a weak cough. Page: 1183. B. he or she has no visible injuries. mouth. Submersion injuries in the adolescent age group are MOST commonly associated with: Which of the following statements regarding pediatric trauma is correct? It is the recommended adjunct for children with head trauma. C. has a possible closed fracture of the radius. Febrile seizures are MOST common in children between: D. ensure that his or her head is in a hyperextended position. C. palpate the abdomen for rise and fall. C. Most cases of SIDS occur in infants younger than 6 months. D. The cause of death following SIDS can be established by autopsy. D. observe the chest for adequate rise. C. a cough that resembles the bark of a seal. Answer: C D. assess the child's heart rate and skin condition. D. 70, Answer: A The components of the PAT are: Question Type: General Knowledge B. A. appearance, work of breathing, and skin circulation. Page: 1173. D. abnormal airway noise. A. D. use a nasal cannula instead of a nonrebreathing mask. Answer: D Which of the following is the LEAST reliable assessment parameter to evaluate when Wheezing. Page: 1156. D. 98 mm Hg. He is responsive to painful stimuli only and has a large hematoma to the back of his head. B. Question Type: General Knowledge An 8-year-old female with a history of asthma continues to experience severe respiratory distress despite being given multiple doses of her prescribed albuterol by her mother. Drawing in of the muscles between the ribs or of the sternum during inspiration is called: 43. The child is conscious, obviously frightened, and is B. partial-thickness burns covering more than 20% of the body surface. C. Children are more likely to experience diving-related injuries. D. a supervisor can forbid you from reporting possible abuse. A. vary widely, depending on the child's age and weight. The normal respiratory rate for a newborn should not exceed ______ breaths/min. The MOST efficient way to identify the appropriately sized equipment for a pediatric patient is to: An infant with severe dehydration would be expected to present with: Signs of severe dehydration in an infant include all of the following, EXCEPT: A 6-month-old male presents with 2 days of vomiting and diarrhea. Vision. A. profound tachycardia. When assessing an 8-year-old child, you should: talk to the child, not just the caregiver. C. Children are more likely to experience diving-related injuries. A. tenting. 85. D. cardiovascular disease. of the head. The mother tells you that the seizure lasted Question Type: General Knowledge Answer: A You respond to a skate park where a 10-year-old male fell from his skateboard and struck his head on the B. have a female EMT remain with her if possible. There is acute shortness of breath with pleuritic pain to the lateral side of the chest wall with physical signs of pneumothorax- hyper-resonance with absent breath sounds. A. is a rapid head-to-toe exam to detect life threats. B. toddler period. You respond to a skate park where a 10-year-old male fell from his skateboard and struck his head on the ground; he was not wearing a helmet. D. 10 years. Vasoconstriction can help or hurt your body, depending on the situation. Which of the following statements regarding preschool-age children is correct? B) Children are belly breathers because they rely heavily on their diaphragms. D. buttocks, Answer: A B. 2. B. A. When administering oxygen to a frightened child, it would be MOST appropriate to: demonstratedinpreterminfants; CBFvelocity normalisedalongwithPo2in terminfants.5 Extremely low birthweight infants can be treated appropriatelywithroomairor30-40% oxygen in the delivery room.6 Routine use of 80-100%oxygenduringtheinitial stabilisation at birth, as often recommended,7 may there-fore produce hyperoxaemia in some infants. All of the following are normal findings in an infant or child, EXCEPT: 31. If appropriate dosing for children and infants is included with age ranges as needed. A. excessive tearing. C. deliver a series of five back blows and then reassess his condition. Early signs of respiratory distress in the child include: An infant or child with respiratory distress will attempt to keep his or her alveoli expanded at the end of inhalation by: The MOST ominous sign of impending cardiopulmonary arrest in infants and children is: A viral infection that may cause obstruction of the upper airway in a child is called: 45.

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