On 1-minute evaluation of a newborn infant, paramedics observe that the infant has blue arms and legs, a pink trunk, and a heart rate of 120. He is crying loudly and moving all extremities. The patient sneezes when stimulated. What is the patient’s APGAR score?
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Which preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk fo…
Which preventive measures can be taken to reduce the risk for external heat illness for all age groups?
What is the leading cause of maternal injury?
What is the leading cause of maternal injury?
A neonate’s heart rate is 50 after 30 seconds of positive-pr…
A neonate’s heart rate is 50 after 30 seconds of positive-pressure ventilation and effective chest compressions. What medication should the paramedic administer?
Hypoglycemia is most commonly seen in what group of children…
Hypoglycemia is most commonly seen in what group of children?
Which illness results from rapid ascent in a high altitude b…
Which illness results from rapid ascent in a high altitude by unacclimatized persons, characterized by headache, vomiting, and dizziness?
What should the first fluid bolus for a hypovolemic child be…
What should the first fluid bolus for a hypovolemic child be?
What are risk factors associated with SIDS?
What are risk factors associated with SIDS?
What is the body’s best defense against cold?
What is the body’s best defense against cold?
What is production of heat by the body?
What is production of heat by the body?