Author Question: You are called to a kindergarten class where a boy has fallen while climbing on playground ... (Read 61 times)

09madisonrousseau09 · **on:** Jul 3, 2018

You are called to a kindergarten class where a boy has fallen while climbing on playground equipment. The teacher saw him fall and hit his stomach on a step. He is sobbing and holding his abdomen. As you assess him, you find his skin cool and clammy, his pulse is 132, respiratory is 28. Why is the boy acting this way?

A) He possibly has internal injuries and is in shock.
B) He is embarrassed and is afraid that the other students will make fun of him.
C) He is really upset and wants his mother.
D) He possibly has wet his pants and does not want anyone to know.

Question 2

The average person breathes primarily because of hypoxic drive.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false