AHA PALS Plus Technologically Dependent Child Knowledge Check 1 CAA Prep Guide Q & S 2026 Complete And Study material 23pages LEARNEXAMS

1. Multiple Choice: When assessing a child with an intrathecal baclofen pump, which symptom would NOT typically indicate a malfunction of the pump? a) Increased spasticity b) Fever c) Hypotonia d) Bradycardia Correct Answer: d) Bradycardia Rationale: Bradycardia is not typically a symptom of intrathecal baclofen pump malfunction. Symptoms of malfunction typically include changes in muscle tone, such as increased spasticity or hypotonia. 2. True/False: A child with a tracheostomy tube who is experiencing difficulty breathing should be ventilated with a bag-mask device until the tracheostomy can be assessed. Answer: False Rationale: Ventilating a child with a tracheostomy tube using a bagmask device may not be effective and can delay the identification and resolution of the issue with the tracheostomy.