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What is a typical respiratory rate for children aged 2-5 years in a healthy state?
What is a typical respiratory rate for children aged 2-5 years in a healthy state?
- More than 30 breaths per minute
- More than 40 breaths per minute
- Less than or equal to 40 breaths per minute (correct)
- Less than or equal to 30 breaths per minute
What is a common symptom of asthma in infants and children?
What is a common symptom of asthma in infants and children?
- Clear nasal discharge
- Hypoxia and dehydration (correct)
- Headaches and nausea
- Fever and chills
At what age is asthma considered very rare?
At what age is asthma considered very rare?
- Under 5 years (correct)
- Under 10 years
- Under 2 years
- Under 1 year
What is the expected respiratory rate for adults experiencing asthma symptoms?
What is the expected respiratory rate for adults experiencing asthma symptoms?
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Which of the following indicates a potentially severe respiratory issue in children aged over 5 years?
Which of the following indicates a potentially severe respiratory issue in children aged over 5 years?
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Study Notes
Asthma in Infants and Children
- Asthma is an acute inflammation of the airways characterized by wheezing, mucus plugging, hypoxia, and dehydration.
- Asthma is very rare in children under five years old.
- Respiratory rate for infants and children with asthma:
- ≤40/min ages 2-5 years
- ≤30/min aged >5 years
- Signs of severe asthma in infants and children:
- Respiratory rate >40/min ages 2-5 years
- Respiratory rate >30/min aged >5 years
- Hypotension (Normal blood pressure >110 in adults)
- Exhaustion
- Abnormal PaCOâ‚‚ (Normal range 4.6-6.0kPA)
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