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What is the definition of adult decompensated shock? - ANS-systolic blood pressure
below 90 mm Hg and exhibiting signs of inadequate perfusion, which may include:
• Altered mental status (e.g., lethargy, coma);
• Increased Pulse Rate (Tachycardia);
• Pale Skin (Pallor);
• Cool, Clammy Skin (Diaphoresis)
What is the definition of pediatric decompensated shock? - ANS-systolic blood pressure
below 70 mm/Hg + 2x age in years, or the following signs of inadequate central
(proximal) perfusion:
• Altered mental status (e.g., lethargy, coma);
• Extensive cyanosis of all extremities;
• Weak or impalpable central (proximal) pulses (femoral, brachial, carotid).
Terms of ages for pediatric patients - ANS-Any patient 15 years of age shall be
considered an adult
• Premature - birth prior to the eighth month of gestation;
• Neonate - Immediately following birth;
• Infant - from birth to 1 year
• Child - from 1 year to less than 15 years of age.
When available, what age should pediatric defib pads be used? - ANS-Under 9 years of
age
Emancipation of a minor - ANS-• Is a mother;
• Is married;
• Has left home and is self-supporting;