Recognition of Respiratory Failure and Shock in Children

• 2019

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• Monica Kleinman

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This video explains how to recognize respiratory failure and shock in children. It describes these conditions as leading causes of cardiac arrest in hospitals. Recognizing early signs like breathing difficulties or changes in mental status can prevent severe outcomes. The text highlights different types of shock, such as hypovolemic and septic shock, and their symptoms like cool skin or warm skin with strong pulses. Early intervention is crucial for improving survival rates among children facing these medical emergencies.

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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Epidemiology; Heart Arrest; Pediatrics; Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Newborn; Respiratory Insufficiency; Resuscitation; Shock; Sepsis

Institutions: OPENPediatrics

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