123lisa May 9, 2001 I am not a ped nurse but would suggest you post this in the ped section of allnurses.It may draw upon some very experienced nurses.good luckLisa 0 Likes
CEN35 Specializes in ER, PACU, OR. May 9, 2001 Let's see...... ##, irregular or regular, tachy, brady, AP heart ate and sounds,nasal flaring, breath sounds, skin color plays an important role...as most peds rarely have a cardiac condition. Usually the problem is respiratory related, or hypovolemic realted, unless they are really young and there is a possibility of a fossa ovalis. Rick 0 Likes
CEN35 Specializes in ER, PACU, OR. May 9, 2001 P.S. - Put up a post that says, "ATTENTION: NURS4KIDS" she is really helpfull, and will probably have more insight on this subject then I.Rick :) 0 Likes
