An AP X-ray of a 3 year-old child with wheezing and stridor shows an area of prominent subglottic edema, but the lateral neck X-ray appears normal. What is the most likely problem?

You receive a call to a local daycare center for an unresponsive 8-month-old infant. Upon arrival, you perform an assessment and determine that the infant is not breathing. After delivering two rescue breaths, you should:

A. assess for a carotid pulse for 10 to 15 seconds. B. assess for the presence of a brachial pulse. C. begin chest compressions and request backup. D. immediately transport the child to the hospital.

5 hours = ________ minutes

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.