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Which of the following is an indication for using an advanced airway device in pediatric advanced life support (PALS)?

A.

Mild respiratory distress

B.

Ineffective bag-mask ventilation

C.

Initial assessment of a non-breathing child

D.

Effective spontaneous breathing

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A. Mild respiratory distress does not require an advanced airway device; oxygen supplementation and monitoring may be sufficient.

   B. Ineffective bag-mask ventilation is an indication for using an advanced airway

 device in pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

   C. Initial assessment of a non-breathing child requires basic airway management techniques before considering advanced airway devices.

   D. Effective spontaneous breathing does not require an advanced airway device.
 


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Related Questions

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. 1/2 to 1 inch (1.25 to 2.5 cm) is the recommended compression depth for infants during pediatric CPR.

B. 1 to 1.5 inches (2.5 to 4 cm) is the recommended compression depth for children (ages 1 to puberty) during pediatric CPR.

C. The correct compression depth for chest compressions in pediatric advanced life support (PALS) is 1.5 to 2 inches (4 to 5 cm).

D. 2 to 2.5 inches (5 to 6.5 cm) is the recommended compression depth for adult patients during CPR.

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Head tilt-chin lift is the recommended maneuver to open the airway in children during pediatric advanced life support (PALS).

B. Jaw thrust is used when there is suspicion of a cervical spine injury; otherwise, head tilt-chin lift is preferred.

C. Neck extension and D. Hyperextension of the head are not appropriate maneuvers for pediatric airway management.

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