​Which Child Is at Significant Risk for Choking

question 27

Multiple Choice

​Which child is at significant risk for choking?

• A)Susie,who is sitting down and eating tender beef strips
• B)Tammy,who is eating carrot sticks under the watchful eye of her babysitter
• C)​Billy,who likes to run around the table before he begins to eat
• D)​Kim,who is standing still and eating chocolate pudding
• E)​Charles,who is snacking on grapes while watching television

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Definitions:

Deep, Rapid Breaths

A pattern of breathing that is both deeper and faster than normal, often a sign of distress, excitement, or physical exertion.

Tactile Fremitus

A vibration felt on the chest wall during speech, which can indicate abnormalities in or around the lungs.

Adventitious Sounds

Unusual or abnormal sounds heard during a respiratory examination, indicating potential lung issues.

Dull Percussion

A term used in clinical examinations to describe a thudding sound produced when tapping over dense tissue areas, often indicative of underlying pathology.