Your patient is in a state of hypoperfusion secondary to cardiomyopathy. In addition to oxygenation, which of the following interventions is indicated?
A) An epinephrine drip at 0.1 to 1.0 mcg/kg/minute
B) Atropine, 0.02 mg/kg of atropine sulfate
C) A 20 mL/kg bolus of normal saline, repeated to a total of 80 mL/kg
D) A dobutamine drip starting at 2.0 mcg/kg/minute
D
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Which of the following is is TRUE regarding spinal motion restriction in the pediatric patient?
A) Allow the parent or caregiver to hold the child to reduce anxiety and movement. B) Padding under the shoulders may be necessary to maintain cervical spine alignment. C) Cervical collars are not required since their necks are so short. D) If the child is too upset, it is better to not spinal immobilize them.
HIV has disproportionately affected which U.S. minority population the most??
A) Native Americans B) African Americans C) Latinos D) Eastern European immigrants
The kingdom ____________________ is composed of the invertebrates and vertebrates
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word