Retractions in pediatrics are a sign of obstruction. Somewhere in the airway resistance is too high and can't be overcome by the negative pressure attempting to draw air in. This results in that negative pressure exerting itself against the airway itself, pulling the lungs themselves inward. In sick kids, we want to overcome this negative pressure differential with flow or pressure. Simple FiO2 doesn't reverse or overcome the actual obstruction. #Paramedicbook #paramedicsoffacebook #medicsofface

Know the signs of respiratory distress in your little ones. ‼ Shown here are RETRACTIONS (sucking in between the ribs with each breath) and mild head-bobbing. Other signs of respiratory distress include breathing very fast, turning blue, or flaring out the nostrils to breathe. This sweet baby girl was diagnosed with RSV and spent 10 days in the hospital on oxygen. Parental permission to share was granted (as always).

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Rib retractions 👇 Are a visible sign that a baby is having difficulty breathing. This occurs when the skin pulls in between or around the ribs with each breath, indicating that the baby is using extra muscles to breathe. This can be a sign of respiratory distress, often seen in conditions like RSV or the flu. When a baby struggles to breathe, their tiny bodies work harder, making these retractions noticeable. Recognising rib retractions is crucial for parents, as it signals the need for prompt