Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is begun on a toddler. Which pulse ...

[lbcchick]

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is begun on a toddler. Which pulse is usually palpated because it is the most central and accessible?
 
  a. Radial c. Femoral
  b. Carotid d. Brachial

Question 2

A child with cystic fibrosis is receiving recombinant human deoxyribonuclease (rhDNase). This drug:
 
  a. May cause mucus to thicken.
  b. May cause voice alterations.
  c. Is given subcutaneously.
  d. Is not indicated for children younger than 12 years.

[mohan]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
In a toddler, the carotid pulse is palpated. The radial pulse is not considered a central pulse. The femoral pulse is not the most central and accessible. The brachial pulse is felt in infants younger than 1 year.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Two of the only adverse effects of rhDNase are voice alterations and laryngitis. rhDNase decreases viscosity of mucus, is given in an aerosolized form, and is safe for children younger than 12 years of age.

[lbcchick]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[bigcheese9]

Gracias!