You Have Been Called to an Apartment for a Child

question 10

Multiple Choice

You have been called to an apartment for a child who is sick. As you approach the 4-year-old boy, you note that he is sitting upright in his mother's arms with his chin thrust forward. He has a sickly appearance and is drooling. His airway appears open and his breathing is adequate. His radial pulse is strong and his skin is hot to the touch. Which of the following interventions would be most appropriate in the care of this patient?

• A) Suctioning secretions from the back of the airway
• B) Provision of blow-by oxygen
• C) Placement of an oropharyngeal airway
• D) Placing the boy supine for transport

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