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What is the normal heart rate range for a toddler (1-3 years old)?
80–130 bpm
What is one of the first questions you should ask during a pediatric intake?
“What is your name?” or “How are you feeling today?” (age-appropriate intro)
What is a normal oxygen saturation level (SpO2) in a healthy child?
95% or higher
What imaging technique is typically used first to diagnose a fracture?
X-ray
This over-the-counter drug is used for pain and fever and is also known as acetaminophen.
Tylenol
What’s the normal respiratory rate for an infant under 1 year?
30–60 breaths per minute
True or False: It's appropriate to ask a child about allergies during intake.
True
What is the normal body temperature range for children in Celsius?
36.5°C to 37.5°C
What vital sign often changes first in a child experiencing shock or distress?
Heart rate (tachycardia).
This class of drugs is used to fight bacterial infections.
antibiotics
What is considered a fever in a child (in Fahrenheit)?
100.4°F (38°C) or higher
What must you clearly explain to the patient at the start of an IME.
the purpose of the exam and your role?
When assessing respiratory effort, what are signs of distress in a child?
Nasal flaring, grunting, retractions, or use of accessory muscles
What is one approach to communicating with a child who has experienced trauma?
Use calm, simple language, allow the child to express feelings, and be patient.
This vaccine helps protect children from whooping cough.
DTaP vaccine
What is the preferred method for taking temperature in a 2-year-old?
Rectal or tympanic (ear)
What does the acronym PTSD stand for?
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Name one common symptom of a broken bone in a child.
Pain, swelling, deformity, or inability to use the limb.
This life-saving injection treats severe allergic reactions.
epinephrine (EpiPen)
This organ is primarily responsible for drug metabolism.
liver
What does a capillary refill time of over 3 seconds suggest in a child?
Possible poor perfusion or dehydration
Give one example of a trauma-informed response to a child who is nonverbal during intake.
Use visuals, provide space, speak calmly, avoid pressure
What is the recommended initial management step for a suspected fracture before hospital evaluation?
Immobilize the limb, apply ice, and keep the child comfortable.
What are common infectious diseases nurses should watch for in newly arrived refugee children?
Tuberculosis, hepatitis B, parasitic infections, and vaccine-preventable illnesses.
In this condition, the airways become inflamed and narrow, making breathing difficult.
asthma