RQI PALS SAMC Quarter 1 PALS Questions & Answers

RQI PALS SAMC Quarter 1 PALS Questions & Answers Asthma - ANSWER-Upon assessment, you find the child has retractions, a prolonged expiratory phase, a lot of wheezing in the chest, and an Sp02 of 92% with high-flow oxygen. Moderate - ANSWER-Based on the presentation of the child, what is your assessment of his clinical severity? Albuterol and ipratropium - ANSWER-Initial treatment for moderate asthma includes the following administration of humidified oxygen and the administration of what medication(s)? Decreased bronchoconstriction Decreased airway edema Decreased respiratory effort - ANSWER-Anticipated results of the nebulized treatment should include which of the following improvements for the patient? Noninvasive positive pressure ventilation - ANSWER-If the patient does not improve with medication, what is your next intervention to ensure oxygenation