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What type of breathers are infants?
What type of breathers are infants?
Why are infants more prone to airway obstruction?
Why are infants more prone to airway obstruction?
What is the predominant type of breathing in children less than 7 years old?
What is the predominant type of breathing in children less than 7 years old?
At what level does the trachea bifurcate in children?
At what level does the trachea bifurcate in children?
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What is the main function of surfactant in the alveoli?
What is the main function of surfactant in the alveoli?
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Study Notes
Breathing in Infants and Children
- Infants are diaphragmatic breathers.
- Infants are more prone to airway obstruction due to their large tongues and small airways.
- In children less than 7 years old, the predominant type of breathing is diaphragmatic.
- In children, the trachea bifurcates at the level of the fifth thoracic vertebra (T5).
- The main function of surfactant in the alveoli is to reduce the surface tension of water, allowing for easier expansion of the lungs during inhalation.
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Test your knowledge on nursing care for children with respiratory disorders in this quiz. Learn about assessment, nursing diagnosis, and common respiratory illnesses in children.
