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Quiz on Pediatric Cardiovascular Function and Common Manifestations

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Which of the following is a common manifestation seen in children with cardiac issues?

Hypoxemia

Tachypnea (correct)

Hypotension

Bradycardia

Which of the following is true about the heart size in children?

Heart size remains the same throughout childhood

Heart size is proportionately larger in children (correct)

Heart size is smaller in children compared to adults

Heart size decreases with age

What is the pathophysiology of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)?

It is a congenital defect caused by persistent fetal circulation (correct)

It occurs due to decreased pressures in the aorta

It is a result of decreased pulmonary circulation

It is caused by increased systemic vascular resistance

What happens to the pressures in the aorta and pulmonary arteries in Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)?

<p>Pressures in the aorta become greater than in the pulmonary arteries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of all infants with congenital heart disease does Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) account for?

<p>5% to 10% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cardiac Issues in Children

Tachypnea (rapid breathing rate) is a common manifestation seen in children with cardiac issues.

Heart Size in Children

The heart size in children is approximately 1% of their body surface area.

Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

PDA is a congenital heart defect where the ductus arteriosus, a blood vessel connecting the aorta and pulmonary arteries, fails to close after birth.
In PDA, the pressure in the aorta decreases, while the pressure in the pulmonary arteries increases.
PDA accounts for approximately 10% of all infants with congenital heart disease.

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Test your knowledge of pediatric cardiovascular function with this quiz. Explore the common manifestations seen in children with cardiac issues, such as tachypnea, tachycardia, and congestive symptoms. Learn about the principles of pediatric nursing and how the cardiovascular system evolves in children.