How is hypovolemic shock corrected in pediatric patients? Why is this technique used?

What will be an ideal response?


With 20 mL/kg fluid boluses, reassessing perfusion between boluses. Because children have smaller cardiovascular systems, they are at increased risk for volume overload.

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There are several thousand human genetic diseases, 500 of which are linked to a defect in a single gene

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The American Medical Informatics Association organization is responsible for establishing policies relating to ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Which of the following is most likely to result in a retake of a bitewing radiograph?

A) The patient maintained a steady pressure on the bite tab. B) The patient swallowed during the exposure. C) There are no large tori or severely malpositioned teeth. D) The top edge of the image receptor did not contact the lingual gingiva.

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