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Brittanyd9008

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How is the proper size of endotracheal tube selected for pediatric patients?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Why would an EMT give aspirin to a patient?
 
  A) It is given to calm the patient by reducing the pain because stress is the real killer.
  B) Aspirin reduces the pain level in patients who are in pain.
  C) Aspirin reduces the blood's ability to clot and works to prevent further clot formation in patients suffering chest pain.
  D) Aspirin reduces the heart's ability to beat fast and works to prevent rapid heart rate.


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Melissahxx

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Reply #1 on: Jul 3, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Use a length-based resuscitation system such as the Broselow tape; compare the tube to the child's little finger; use the formula (age+ 16)/4.

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Reply #2 on: Jul 3, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jul 3, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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