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tingc95

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on: Jul 3, 2018
Which of the following should be kept in mind when assessing and managing the airway of a pediatric patient?
 
  A) The tongue is not as likely to obstruct the airway as in an adult.
  B) Due to their short necks, pediatric patients require a greater degree of hyperextension to open the airway than do adults.
  C) The trachea is easily obstructed by swelling.
  D) Gastric distention is unlikely.

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MOST ___________________ _____________ ___________________ _____________ were physically or emotionally abused as children.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


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sarahccccc

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

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Answer to Question 2

child abusers


tingc95

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Reply 2 on: Jul 3, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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