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CharlieWard

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When seen in a child, the tripod and sniffing positions are usually signs of:
 
  a. respiratory distress.
  b. an infection of the brain.
  c. hypovolemia.
  d. a neck or spine injury.

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Your approach to caring for a pediatric patient should vary depending on the age of the patient. Which of the following statement does not indicate an important thing to remember when treating an adolescent?
 
  a. The patient's privacy is important.
  b. An adolescent's decision-making skills are as advanced as her verbal skills.
  c. You should be honest and direct with the patient.
  d. You should obtain the patient's history directly from the patient.


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aprice35067

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Reply #1 on: Jul 2, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: b


CharlieWard

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Reply 2 on: Jul 2, 2018
:D TYSM

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