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arivle123

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You have been called to assist a panicked mother who is worried about her son. When you arrive, she tells you that her 4-year-old son has been quiet all morning and napping while the rest of her children were skiing. While napping he began to shake all over for about 30 seconds. The child is now resting quietly and has adequate respirations. His radial pulse is strong, and his skin is very hot and moist to the touch. Based on this presentation and information, you assume that the seizure occurred secondary to:
 
  a. hypoxia.
  b. a fever.
  c. hypoglycemia.
  d. altered mental status.

Question 2

You are called to assist a toddler who has just had a seizure that lasted about 60 seconds. His mom reports that the child has a history of seizures. Your assessment reveals that he is now responding to painful stimuli, is breathing normally, and has a normal radial pulse. Which of the following actions would you take?
 
  a. Apply oxygen via nonrebreather at 15 LPM.
  b. Place him in a recovery position and continue to assess him.
  c. Gently try to arouse him and make him more alert.
  d. Insert an oral airway.



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britb2u

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b




arivle123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
Excellent


AmberC1996

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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