Question

You are treating a 5-year-old child who has had severe diarrhea and vomiting for 3 days and is now showing signs of shock. Supplemental oxygen has been given and you have elevated his lower extremities. En route to the hospital, you note that his work of breathing has increased. You should:

Answer 1

Start an IV for fluid resuscitation and put his on a heart monitor

Answer 2

Iv and a heart monitor