Pediatric Case Studies

Respiratory Effort: May be normal or signs of distress, ie: subcostal and intercostal retractions, sternal retraction, nasal flaring, etc. Lung Sounds: May be diminished or sound “wet” Heart Sounds: Normal, except in some cases of cardiac disease. Extremities: Poor muscle tone, weak or no pulses, poor capillary refill. Neuro: ................
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