Peds Vitals
Normal heart rate for a newborn is approximately ___ bpm.
110–160 bpm
Pediatric medication doses are commonly based on what measurement?
Weight
A toddler is most likely to experience fear related to what developmental issue?
*Hint - ____ Anxiety
Separation anxiety
Nasal flaring in infants indicates:
Respiratory distress
Who should be included in care decisions for hospitalized children?
Parents or primary caregivers
Which vital signs are usually higher in children compared to adults?
Heart rate and respiratory rate
Before giving a pediatric medication, the nurse should always verify the child’s weight in:
Kilograms
Which age group benefits most from therapeutic play during procedures?
A - infants
B - Toddlers and preschoolers
C - Grade-schoolers
B - Toddlers and preschoolers
Which is an early sign of respiratory distress in children?
Tachypnea
The most effective way to reduce hospital-acquired infections in pediatrics is:
Hand hygiene
A 2yo with a respiratory rate of 32 breaths/min is considered:
Bonus: normal RR for 1-3yo
Within normal range (or mildly elevated, depending on age)
22-30
True or False: Pediatric medication doses should be rounded to make administration easier.
False
*SATA* Allowing a school-age child to help with simple tasks supports which developmental concept?
Sense of:
A - control
B - autonomy
C - industry
All of the Above
Which finding is most concerning: nasal flaring, wheezing, or cyanosis?
Cyanosis
Why is parent education especially important in pediatrics?
Parents provide ongoing care after discharge