Which of the following statements reflects key differences or considerations in assessment of a child versus an adult?· Younger children have a larger surface area to volume ratio when compared to adults and small, quantitative changes in vital signs are more significant in children than adults· Pediatric patients generally have a significantly higher pulse, respiratory, and blood pressure readings when compared to adults· Musculoskeletal problems are uncommon in children and adolescents, they rarely have the issues with joint abnormalities that are common in adults· Because of their higher metabolism and because temperature regulation is better understood and predictable in the younger the patient no special considerations is necessary for children during the exam.

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