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EMT OB/Peds questions with correct answersA 3-year-old child has a sudden onset of respiratory distress. The mother
denies any recent illnesses or fever. You should suspect: Correct
Answer-foreign body airway obstruction
Management for a woman who presents with a prolapsed umbilical cord
includes all of the following, EXCEPT: Correct Answer-relieving
pressure off of the cord by gently pulling on it. does include: lifting
babies head off of the umbilical cord, ensuring that the cord stays moist,
high flow O2 to mother, and placing mother in a position that elevates
her hips
You arrive at the scene shortly after a 3-year-old female experienced a
seizure. The child, who is being held by her mother, is conscious and
crying. The mother tells you that her daughter has been ill recently and
has a temperature of 102.5°F. What is the MOST appropriate treatment
for this child? Correct Answer-Oxygen via the blow-by technique,
remove clothing to help reduce her fever, and transport with continuous
monitoring.
You are dispatched to a residence for a 4-year-old female who is sick.
Your assessment reveals that she has increased work of breathing and is
making a high-pitched sound during inhalation. Her mother tells you that
she has been running a high fever for the past 24 hours. Your MOST
immediate concern should be: Correct Answer-assessing the need for
ventilation assistance
,Following delivery of a newborn and placenta, you note that the mother
has moderate vaginal bleeding. The mother is conscious and alert, and
her vital signs are stable. Treatment for her should include: Correct
Answer-administering oxygen and massaging the uterus (fundus)
The purpose of the pediatric assessment triangle is to: Correct Answer-
form a general impression of the child without touching him or her
(appearance, work of breathing, and circulation)
Which artery should you palpate when assessing for a pulse in an
unresponsive 6-month-old patient? Correct Answer-brachial; carotid or
femoral for over 1 yo
After drying, warming, and suctioning a newborn's mouth and nose,
assessment reveals central cyanosis, a weak cry, and a heart rate of 60
beats/min. The EMT should: Correct Answer-ventilate with a BVM at
40-60 b/min (first treatment is PPV); reassess HR after 30 sec then chest
compressions
While performing a visual inspection of a 30-year-old woman in labor,
you can see the umbilical cord at the vaginal opening. After providing
high-flow oxygen, you should: Correct Answer-relieve pressure from the
cord with your gloved fingers
Following the initial steps of resuscitation, a newborn remains apneic
and cyanotic. You should: Correct Answer-begin ventilations with a
BVM
, A 30-year-old woman has severe lower abdominal pain and light vaginal
bleeding. She tells you that her last menstrual period was 2 months ago.
On the basis of these findings, you should suspect: Correct Answer-an
ectopic pregnancy
Which of the following statements regarding the length-based
resuscitation tape measure is correct? Correct Answer-The tape measure
can be used in children who weigh up to 75 pounds; length is more
reliable than age when coming to weight
In which of the following situations would the EMT MOST likely
deliver a baby at the scene? Correct Answer-a tornado has struck and
blocked the only route to the hospital
You arrive at a residence shortly after a 4-year-old boy experienced an
apparent febrile seizure. The child is alert and crying. His skin is
flushed, hot, and moist. His mother tells you that the seizure lasted about
2 minutes. You should: Correct Answer-provide supportive care and
transport
Supplemental oxygen via the blow-by technique is MOST appropriate
for a child who presents with respiratory difficulty and: Correct Answer-
is agitated, tachycardia, and clinging to his parent; always give the least
threatening mode of O2 to children if possible
A 4-year-old boy ingested an unknown quantity of drain cleaner. He is
alert, has a patent airway, and has adequate breathing. You should:
Correct Answer-contact poison control and give him O2 (8002221222)
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