While following the Pediatric Triangle of assessment, you observe an infant and note that she is paradoxically irritable. This sign is often indicative that the child is:
a. very ill.
b. a victim of neglect.
c. not seriously ill.
d. hungry.
Question 2
You are assessing an infant who has been ill and has had a fever for the past two days. As you approach the infant you note that she has grunting respirations. Based on your OEC training you determine that grunting is:
a. a soothing mechanism for a sick child.
b. a symptom of severe respiratory disease.
c. a symptom of significant dehydration.
d. often normal in a child with a cold.
Hydronephrosis. Normal kidney (left) and kidney with hydronephrosis (right) are compared. Note the d
Cranial nerves assessment
Infant Attention to Stimuli Varying in Complexity
Most newer vehicles have a triangle symbol indicating the recommended hoisting lift location.
Equipment Used During the Physical Assessment