The patient is a 3-month-old infant who suddenly developed cyanosis and audible expiratory wheezing. Retractions and nasal flaring with a respiratory rate of 80/minute are present. The patient's mother reports that he has had a mild cold with a cough for two or three days. The patient has had a low-grade fever. There is no family history of asthma or allergies. The initial treatment of choice for this patient would be:
a. epinephrine 1:1000 subcutaneous.
b. humidified oxygen.
c. nebulized racemic epinephrine.
d. immediate endotracheal intubation.
Question 2
The SafeCom program recommends that agencies:
a. develop a 10-code system for radio communications.
b. have a statewide 10-code system for radio communications.
c. all use a standardized 10-code system for radio communications.
d. all use plain English for radio communications.
A Patient Being Prepared for Electroconvulsive Therapy.
Infant monkey is shown with cloth mother from Harlow’s studies.
A computerized patient registration form used by offices with electronic health records.
Digital recording devices can be helpful when providing patient education to visually impaired ...
Adult, Child, and Infant CPR Standards
National Patient Safety Goals for Acute-Care Hospitals