You have been called for a 2-year-old girl who has been sick for two days. In preparing to assess the patient, it is important that you recognize that patients in this age group generally:
A) do not like having clothing removed.
B) tolerate separation from their caregiver.
C) have little fear of strangers.
D) like to be touched.
A
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airway to be open and breathing rapid but adequate. His radial pulse is rapid and bounding, and his skin is hot and dry. Which one of the following signs makes this patient a priority for immediate and rapid transport? A) Bounding pulse B) Altered mental status C) Hot and dry skin D) Tachypneic respirations
The risk of significant complications, morbidity, and/or mortality is a factor in determining the level of medical decision making (MDM)
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.