Anatomic or physiologic differences in pediatric patient

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Chapter 13: The Pediatric Trauma Patient

1. What is the pediatric assessment triangle? How is it used to help form a general impression of physiologic stability when a pediatric patient arrives at the emergency department?

2. What are some anatomic or physiologic differences in the pediatric patient that can affect the components of the primary survey? What are some cognitive and developmental considerations that increase risk for injuries?

3. What are some steps your facility can implement to improve pediatric readiness?

4. What are some differences in pediatric compensatory mechanisms compared to adults?

5. What special considerations are needed for pediatric fluid volume and medication administration and pediatric pain assessment?

6. What are possible signs of child maltreatment? What is the TEN-4 mnemonic?

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