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Phase II Pediatric Block - HSC

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Physiology: <strong>Pediatric</strong> vs Adult<br />

Higher Basic Metabolic Rate = Shorter time<br />

to Desaturation<br />

• (6-8 mL/kg vs 3-4)<br />

Smaller airways =<br />

Higher Airway Resistance (1/R 4 )<br />

Prolonged respiratory distress -> failure

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