Assessing the Sick Child Flashcards
1
Q
what is the APGAR score?
A
the first test designed to assess the newborn for any medical emergencies
2
Q
when is the APGAR score done?
A
one minute
again at five minutes
3
Q
what is assessed in the APGAR score?
A
appearance pulse grimace activity respiration
4
Q
what does a single IM dose of vitamin K help to prevent in a newborn?
A
haemorrhagic disease
5
Q
list ways to assess the airways in a child
A
inspect
noises
head tilt, chin lift
6
Q
list ways to assess breathing in a child
A
effort
chest movements
noises (stridor, wheeze)
oximetry
7
Q
list ways of assessing circulation in a child
A
pulse capillary refill blood pressure skin perfusion urine output
8
Q
list signs of dehydration in a child
A
decreased skin turgor sunken fontanelles dry skin/mouth reduced urine output low BP in late stages
