Question 1

_________________ is/are a color-coded grouping of appropriate sized equipment based on the child's length?

Accepted Answer

A)  Broselow tape 
B)  PEWS 
C)  Glasgow Coma Score 
D)  Pediatric treatment protocols 
A)  Broselow tape 
B)  PEWS 
C)  Glasgow Coma Score 
D)  Pediatric treatment protocols A

Question 2

While suctioning an infant the RT notices a significant drop in the patient's heart rate. What is a possible cause?

Accepted Answer

A)  Undiagnosed cardiac abnormality 
B)  Asthma 
C)  Vagal stimulation 
D)  Croup 
A)  Undiagnosed cardiac abnormality 
B)  Asthma 
C)  Vagal stimulation 
D)  Croup C

Question 3

How can an infant increase his/her minute ventilation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increase the volume of their breath. 
B)  Decrease the depth of their breath. 
C)  Increase their respiratory rate. 
D)  Decrease their respiratory rate. 
A)  Increase the volume of their breath. 
B)  Decrease the depth of their breath. 
C)  Increase their respiratory rate. 
D)  Decrease their respiratory rate. C

Question 4

Which of the following is a common cause of respiratory failure in children?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fatigue caused by the increased work of breathing 
B)  Undiagnosed cardiac defects 
C)  A decreased PaCO2 
D)  Metabolic disorders 
A)  Fatigue caused by the increased work of breathing 
B)  Undiagnosed cardiac defects 
C)  A decreased PaCO2 
D)  Metabolic disorders

Question 5

Which of the following is used as an early indicator of those hospitalized children at risk for deterioration?

Accepted Answer

A)  The SOAP format 
B)  The SBAR technique 
C)  PEWS 
D)  Glasgow Coma Score 
A)  The SOAP format 
B)  The SBAR technique 
C)  PEWS 
D)  Glasgow Coma Score

Question 6

You are assisting in the intubation of a newborn patient who weighs 4 kg. What size endotracheal tube should you have available?

Accepted Answer

A)  2.5. 
B)  3.0. 
C)  3.5. 
D)  4. 
A)  2.5. 
B)  3.0. 
C)  3.5. 
D)  4.

Question 7

Your patient has suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Which of the following statement is true regarding the SpO2 goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  The SpO2 should be kept between 88% and 92% until measured carboxyhemoglobin level drops to desired normal range (2 should be kept between 88% and 92%. 
C)  Mechanical ventilation should be immediately administered to obtain a SpO2 between 92% and 94% 
D)  Ignore SpO2 and deliver 100% oxygen until measured carboxyhemoglobin level drops to desired normal range (<5%). 
A)  The SpO2 should be kept between 88% and 92% until measured carboxyhemoglobin level drops to desired normal range (2 should be kept between 88% and 92%. 
C)  Mechanical ventilation should be immediately administered to obtain a SpO2 between 92% and 94% 
D)  Ignore SpO2 and deliver 100% oxygen until measured carboxyhemoglobin level drops to desired normal range (<5%).

Question 8

A popular communication tool utilized in the clinical setting is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  The SOAP format 
B)  The SBAR technique 
C)  PEWS 
D)  Glasgow Coma Score 
A)  The SOAP format 
B)  The SBAR technique 
C)  PEWS 
D)  Glasgow Coma Score

Question 9

Early signs of pertussis include which of the following?
1) Runny nose
2) High fever
3) Mild cough
4) Tachycardia

Accepted Answer

A) 1, 2 
B) 1, 3 
C) 2, 3, 4 
D) 1, 2, 3 
A) 1, 2 
B) 1, 3 
C) 2, 3, 4 
D) 1, 2, 3

Exam 34: Pediatric Assessment, Protocols, and Pals Management

_________________ is/are a color-coded grouping of appropriate sized equipment based on the child's length?

While suctioning an infant the RT notices a significant drop in the patient's heart rate. What is a possible cause?

How can an infant increase his/her minute ventilation?

Which of the following is a common cause of respiratory failure in children?

Which of the following is used as an early indicator of those hospitalized children at risk for deterioration?

You are assisting in the intubation of a newborn patient who weighs 4 kg. What size endotracheal tube should you have available?

Your patient has suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Which of the following statement is true regarding the SpO2 goals?

A popular communication tool utilized in the clinical setting is which of the following?

Early signs of pertussis include which of the following? 1) Runny nose 2) High fever 3) Mild cough 4) Tachycardia

The Patient Interview

The Physical Examination

The Pathophysiologic Basis for Common Clinical Manifestations

Pulmonary Function Testing

Blood Gas Assessment

Assessment of Oxygenation

Assessment of the Cardiovascular System

Radiologic Examination of the Chest

Other Important Tests and Procedures

The Therapist-Driven Protocol Program

Respiratory Insufficiency, Respiratory Failure and Ventilatory Management Protocols

Recording Skills and Intra-Professional Communication

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema

Asthma

Cystic Fibrosis

Bronchiectasis

Atelectasis

Pneumonia, Lung Abscess Formation, and Important Fungal Diseases

Tuberculosis

Pulmonary Edema

Pulmonary Vascular Disease: Pulmonary Embolism and Pulmonary Hypertension

Flail Chest

Pneumothorax

Pleural Effusion and Empyema

Kyphoscoliosis

Cancer of the Lung, Prevention and Palliation

Interstitial Lung Diseases

Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Guillain-Barré Syndrome

Myasthenia Gravis

Cardiopulmonary Assessment and Care of Patients With Neuromuscular Disease

Sleep Apnea

Newborn Assessment and Management

Meconium Aspiration Syndrome

Transient Tachypnea of the Newborn

Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Pulmonary Air Leak Syndrome

Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection Bronchiolitis

Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

Congenital Heart Disease

Croup and Croup-Like Syndromes: Laryngotracheobronchitis, Bacterial Tracheitis, and Acute Epiglottitis

Near Drowningwet Drowning

Smoke Inhalation, Thermal Injuries, and Carbon Monoxide Intoxication

Filters

Your patient has suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Which of the following statement is true regarding the SpO₂ goals?