EMT Exam 5 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of shock in infants and children? A) Infection B) Blood loss C) Heart failure D) Dehydration
C) Heart failure
Artificial ventilations for a 5-year-old child should be provided at a rate of _____ /minute. A) 20 B) 24 C) 28 D) 32
A) 20
Safety studies have shown that drivers of other vehicles do NOT usually see or hear ambulances or other emergency vehicles until they are within ____ feet of them. A) 50-100 B) 100-150 C) 150-200 D) 200-250
A) 50-100
Your patient is a female infant who has just been delivered three-weeks before her due date. She is breathing adequately, P=140, and has cyanosis of her face and chest. What should you do FIRST? A) Administer "blow-by" oxygen at 10-12 LPM B) Begin CPR with a compression rate of 120/minute C) Place a neonatal non-rebreather on the infant's face D) Perform ventilations with a BVM and supplemental oxygen
A) Administer "blow-by" oxygen at 10-12 LPM
Your patient is a 27-year-old who is 9-months pregnant with her first child. She has been having contractions for past six-hours. As you are about to assist her to ambulance stretcher, she asks you to wait because she feels the need to use the bathroom first. What should you do? A) Advise mother that this could be indication that baby is ready to be born & you need to check to see if baby's head is visible B) Tell the mother she needs to be transported immediately & using the bathroom will have to wait until she arrives at hospital C) Advise mother that this could be sign of a serious complication; have her lie on her left side, apply high-flow oxygen & transport immediately D) Allow her to use bathroom, as it will make transport & delivery more comfortable
A) Advise mother that this could be indication that baby is ready to be born & you need to check to see if baby's head is visible
When assisting with a delivery in the field, which of the following should be done as the head begins to emerge from the vagina? A) Apply gentle pressure to the head with your gloved hand B) Check from crowning C) Advise the mother not to push or strain D) Check the fontanelles
A) Apply gentle pressure to the head with your gloved hand
At which point should you complete your patient care report (PCR, or run report)? A) As soon as you are free from patient duties B) At the end of your shift C) En route to the hospital D) As soon as you arrive at the hospital
A) As soon as you are free from patient duties
You are treating a 40-year-old female patient who is experiencing severe vaginal bleeding, but is not pregnant. What is your top priority? A) Assess for and treat shock (hypoperfusion) B) Control the bleeding with direct pressure by packing the vagina with OB pads C) Convince the patient that she may be pregnant D) Investigate the source of the bleeding
A) Assess for and treat shock (hypoperfusion)
What does the term "Spina Bifida" mean? A) Baby born with spinal cord not completely closed B) Baby born without a spine C) Spine has an unnatural lateral curvature D) There has been a birth injury to the spine
A) Baby born with spinal cord not completely closed
Which of the following describes a breech presentation? A) Buttocks or feet present first B) Face presents first C) Head presents first, face-down D) Head presents first, face-up
A) Buttocks or feet present first
Which of the following terms is used to describe the number of times a woman has been pregnant? A) Gravida B) Nulliparous C) Primiparous D) Parous
A) Gravida
Which of the following is a late sign of SEVERE respiratory distress in a pediatric patient? A) Head bobbing B) Coughing C) Pursing lips D) Wheezing
A) Head bobbing
All of the following are normal parental reactions to a child suffering from a sudden life-threatening illness or injury EXCEPT: A) Indifference B) Guilt C) Anger D) Denial
A) Indifference
Which of the following s/s distinguishes respiratory distress from SEVERE respiratory distress in a pediatric patient? A) R= >60/min B) Wheezing C) Nasal flaring D) R= 20-30/min
A) R= >60/min
Which of the following describes Fowler's position? A) Semi-sitting position B) Lying on the left side with the hips and knees flexed C) Lying face down D) Lying on the back with the feet elevated
A) Semi-sitting position
Concerning the prehospital delivery of twins, which of the following is TRUE? A) There may be one placenta, or two B) The infants will probably be larger and more robust than a single infant and not need special attention in keeping them warm C) This is true emergency and cannot be managed outside the hospital setting D) The umbilical cord of the first infant must NOT be cut until the second infant is born
A) There may be one placenta, or two
Which of the following is characteristic of a pre-school age child? A) They may believe their injury is a punishment for being bad B) They are NOT especially embarrassed or modest about body exposure C) They have few fears of anything D) They don't mind being separated from their parents
A) They may believe their injury is a punishment for being bad
Which of the following is a purpose for carrying sterilized aluminum foil on an ambulance? A) To keep a newborn warm B) To control major arterial bleeding C) To care for amputated parts D) May be used for wrapping sandwiches if you get a call during your lunch
A) To keep a newborn warm
After delivery of the baby's head, you notice that the umbilical cord is wrapped around the baby's neck (called a "nuchal cord"). What should you do? A) Try to slip the cord over the baby's head and shoulder B) Transport emergently without further intervention C) Immediately cut the cord before delivering the baby D) Clamp the cord in two places, but do NOT cut it until the body is delivered
A) Try to slip the cord over the baby's head and shoulder
In the late bleed of pregnancy, Placenta Previa, it: A) bleeds before it hurts. B) hurts before it bleeds.
A) bleeds before it hurts.
A baby developing inside the mother's uterus is called a: A) fetus. B) monster. C) neonate D) baby.
A) fetus.
In childbirth, if the delivery of the baby's upper shoulders is slow, you can assist by gently: A) guiding baby's head downward. B) guiding baby's head upward. C) pulling at baby's shoulders. D) pushing a gloved hand into the vagina
A) guiding baby's head downward.
The area of skin between the vagina and the anus is known as the: A) perineum. B) vulva. C) episiotomy. D) cervix
A) perineum.
When delivering a baby, you should do all of the following EXCEPT: A) place your fingers in the baby's armpit to assist with delivery of the shoulders. B) have someone stay at the mother's head, if possible. C) position your gloved hands at the vaginal opening. D) suction the mouth first and then the nose.
A) place your fingers in the baby's armpit to assist with delivery of the shoulders.
You have just delivered a baby with meconium-stained amniotic fluid, you should: A) suction the infant immediately before he takes a breath. B) vigorously rub the infant's back immediately upon delivery to stimulate breathing. C) check for fever. D) administer high-flow 100% oxygen.
A) suction the infant immediately before he takes a breath.
Which of the following is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in the pediatric patient? A) Congenital heart defects B) Respiratory failure C) Ventricular fibrillation (V-fib) D) Hypoglycemia
B) Respiratory failure
Reactive airway disease characterized by bronchospasm & wheezing; seen most commonly in children ages 3-14, but also in some adults; probably an allergic condition and response to the environment in most cases
Asthma
What is normal capillary refill (in seconds) for a 3-year-old? A) > 2-seconds B) < 2-seconds C) = 3-seconds D) > 2-minutes
B) < 2-seconds
Which of the following should be checked with the vehicle engine turned off? A) Warning lights B) Battery C) Dash-mounted gauges D) Windshield wiper operation
B) Battery
Your child is a 6-month-old male who began choking while his babysitter was feeding him some sliced peaches. The child has retractions of his intercostal muscles, is drowsy and is gray in color. What should you do? A) Blow-by oxygen at 10-15 LPM B) Begin back-blows & chest-thrusts C) Abdominal thrusts D) Use of a flow-restricted oxygen-powered ventilation device (FROPVD)
B) Begin back-blows & chest-thrusts
Which of the following is correct assessment technique to check for crowning of woman in labor? A) Place your hand on mother's abdomen, just above umbilicus & check for firmness of uterus during contractions B) Cover mother with sheet, remove underclothing, wait for contraction & observe for baby's head at vaginal opening C) Ask mother to "push" or "bear down" as you inspect vaginal opening D) Check crown of baby's head for location of fontanels
B) Cover mother with sheet, remove underclothing, wait for contraction & observe for baby's head at vaginal opening
Three of the following are potential causes of respiratory distress in a two-year-old child. Which one of the following, is NOT A LIKELY CAUSE of reespiratory distress IN A CHILD? A) Bronchiolitis B) Emphysema C) Epiglottitis D) Croup
B) Emphysema
Your patient is a 2-year-old female who has suffered a seizure, but does not have a previous history (Hx) of seizures. The patient's father states that the child has been pulling at her ear and has had a fever. They were getting ready to leave for a doctor's appointment when the child had a brief seizure. The patient is drowsy and has hot, flushed skin. What is your field diagnosis? A) New onset epilepsy B) Febrile seizure C) Head injury D) The child is faking to get attention
B) Febrile seizure
When the disease diabetes mellitus appears in pregnant females only to disappear after delivery, it is called: A) Diabetes insipidus. B) Gestational diabetes. C) Type-I diabetes. D) Type-II diabetes.
B) Gestational diabetes.
Which of the following is your MOST important duty in caring for a woman with vaginal bleeding? A) Prevent infection B) Monitor for hypovolemic shock C) Find out if the patient is currently sexually active D) Obtain a thorough gynecological (GYN) history (Hx)
B) Monitor for hypovolemic shock
You are preparing to deliver a baby of a woman who is in active labor, which of the following is NOT necessary? A) Determine if the patient feels as if she needs to move her bowels B) Phone the patient's obstetrician for advice C) Find out how many pregnancies the patient has had D) Ask how long ago the contractions began
B) Phone the patient's obstetrician for advice
Which of the following is a common sign of a pre-delivery emergency? A) Contractions become more intense and closer together B) Profuse vaginal bleeding C) The placenta fails to deliver within 20-minutes of birth of the infant D) Rupture of the amniotic sac
B) Profuse vaginal bleeding
Your 38-year-old mother who just delivered a seven-pound baby is experiencing significant vaginal bleeding. Which of the following should you do FIRST? A) Replace OB pads as they become soaked B) Provide oxygen at 15-LPM by non-rebreather mask (NRBM) C) Place an OB pad in the vagina D) Transport the patient rapidly to the nearest trauma center
B) Provide oxygen at 15-LPM by non-rebreather mask (NRBM)
You have cared for a child who has died under tragic circumstances, how should you deal with the stress accompanying your experience? A) Vent your rage in a letter to the person responsible for the child's death B) Talk to a compassionate co-worker who has had similar experiences in the past C) Get together with your partner and unwind with some alcoholic beverages D) Put the incident out of your mind and don't talk about it
B) Talk to a compassionate co-worker who has had similar experiences in the past
You have assisted in the delivery of a full-term infant by suctioning the mouth and nose as the head was delivered and again following complete delivery. The baby is NOT breathing yet. Which of the following is the correct sequence of interventions? A) Begin BVM ventilations, suction the airway with a rigid tonsil tip, begin CPR B) Tap the soles of the foot, rub the baby's back, and if no breathing with 10-15 seconds, begin BVM ventilations C) Transport without further intervention D) Perform a series of back-blows and chest thrusts interposed with mouth-to-mouth ventilation
B) Tap the soles of the foot, rub the baby's back, and if no breathing with 10-15 seconds, begin BVM ventilations
Which of the following best describes the function of the first stage of labor? A) Expulsion of the fetus through the birth canal B) Thinning and dilation of the cervix C) Rupture of the amniotic sac D) Expulsion of the placenta
B) Thinning and dilation of the cervix
If the baby's head is delivered with the amniotic sac still intact, what should you do? A) Use the scissors in the obstetrics (OB) kit to cut the sac away from the baby's head B) Use your fingers (or an OB clamp) to tear the sac and pull it away from the baby's face and airway C) Call medical control before taking action D) Leave the sac intact until the entire body is delivered
B) Use your fingers (or an OB clamp) to tear the sac and pull it away from the baby's face and airway
When caring for a premature baby, which of the following should you do? A) Apply high-flow oxygen with a neonatal non-rebreather mask (NRBM) B) Wrap the baby in a blanket, covering the head, and keeping the temperature in the ambulance between 90-100 degrees F C) Encouraging family members to hold the baby D) Deeply suctioning the baby's airway with a rigid tonsil-tip catheter
B) Wrap the baby in a blanket, covering the head, and keeping the temperature in the ambulance between 90-100 degrees F
The low blood pressure seen in Supine Hypotensive Syndrome of Pregnancy with a third-trimester woman lying on her back is due to: A) anaerobic metabolism. B) compression of the aorta & vena cava by the weight of the uterus containing the fetus. C) Hypotension is normal in advanced pregnancy. D) Toxemia.
B) compression of the aorta & vena cava by the weight of the uterus containing the fetus.
In ectopic or tubal pregnancy, it: A) bleeds before it hurts. B) hurts before it bleeds.
B) hurts before it bleeds.
In the "late bleed" of pregnancy, Abruptio Placenta, it: A) bleeds before it hurts. B) hurts before it bleeds.
B) hurts before it bleeds.
A child who is 4-years-old is generally categorized as a/an: A) adolescent. B) pre-schooler. C) school age child. D) toddler.
B) pre-schooler.
The baby is born during the _____ stage of labor? A) first B) second C) third D) fourth
B) second
The medical term "Bloody Show" is: A) an English reality TV seen on the BBC network. B) the passing of the mucus plug from the cervix. C) the overall term for the birth process. D) the term for delivery of the placenta.
B) the passing of the mucus plug from the cervix.
When preparing the mother for delivery, you should put on a gown, cap, face mask, and eye protection because: A) they will allow you to participate more fully in the delivery. B) there is a high probability of splashing blood during delivery. C) they look similar to clothing worn in the delivery room. D) your appearance will make you look more like a doctor.
B) there is a high probability of splashing blood during delivery.
The muscular organ in which a baby develops during pregnancy is called the: A) placenta. B) uterus. C) cul de sac. D) amniotic sac.
B) uterus.
You are assessing a 2-year-old child whose mother states the child had a fever for several hours. Which of the following signs causes the greatest concern? A) R=28/minute B) Crying C) Grunting at the end of expiration D) Absence of nasal flaring with inhalation
C) Grunting at the end of expiration
Viral infection that is characterized by fever & coughing; wheezing is sometimes present; usually due to respiratory syncytial virus (RSV); 90% of children are 1-9-months old
Bronchiolitis
A premature infant ("preemie" or "premee") is one who is born before the _____ week of pregnancy. A) 40th B) 30th C) 36th D) 28th
C) 36th
When clamping the umbilical cord, the clamp closest to the baby should be approximately ___ inches from the infant's body. A) 12 B) 2 C) 7 D) 3
C) 7
If assisting in a prehospital delivery while off-duty, which of the following would be the BEST choice for tying or clamping the umbilical cord? A) A section of wire coat hanger B) White cotton thread C) A pair of shoelaces D) A clothespin
C) A pair of shoelaces
Careful assessment and ongoing evaluation of the pediatric patient is critical for which of the following reasons? A) Most childhood injuries and illnesses are a result of abuse or neglect B) Signs of significant illness and injury are obvious and not easily missed C) A sick or injured child who initially looks stable can deteriorate very rapidly D) Children are fragile and die easily from their injuries
C) A sick or injured child who initially looks stable can deteriorate very rapidly
You are assessing a 2-year-old female. Her mother states that the girl has had a fever for several hours. Which of the following signs concerns you MOST? A) Warm skin B) Crying C) Bulging fontanels D) Breathing through the nose only
C) Bulging fontanels
Which of the following describes the normal appearance of amniotic fluid? A) Thin, greenish-yellow in color B) Thick, greenish-black in color C) Clear and colorless D) Containing blood and mucus
C) Clear and colorless
The medical abbreviation "EMD" stands for which of the following? A) Emergency medical director B) Emergency medical driver C) Emergency medical dispatch D) Emergency medical doctor
C) Emergency medical dispatch
Following the complete birth of the baby, which of the following should you NOT do? A) Keep the baby at the level of the mother's vagina until the cord is clamped and cut B) Dry the baby & wrap in a blanket C) Hold the baby by the ankles to allow the airway to drain D) Place the baby with his head slightly lower than his body
C) Hold the baby by the ankles to allow the airway to drain
Three of the following are normal childhood responses to the presence of an EMT, but one is not. Which one is NOT a normal response of a small child to EMS? A) Fear B) Curiosity C) Indifference D) Crying
C) Indifference
Your patient is a 3-year-old child who is in severe respiratory distress. According to the patient's mother, the child had complained of (c/o) a sore throat earlier and has had a fever since early in the morning. The child was earlier in tripod position, drooling and appearing extremely ill. She is now cyanotic and responds only to painful stimuli. Which of the following would you NEVER DO? A) Begin gentle ventilations with a BVM and supplemental oxygen B) Administer humidified oxygen C) Insert an OPA & begin BVM ventilations with supplemental oxygen D) Attempt to ventilate with a pocket mask
C) Insert an OPA & begin BVM ventilations with supplemental oxygen
All of the following are signs of adequate breathing and circulation in the newborn EXCEPT: A) Cyanosis of only the hands and feet B) Vigorous crying C) Limp extremities D) Heart rate >100/min
C) Limp extremities
You have a pregnant patient with a prolapsed umbilical cord, what should you do? A) Use your gloved hand to push the cord back up through the cervix B) Encourage the mother to push forcefully to speed delivery C) Place the mother in the knee-chest position (her head low & her bottom high) D) Immediately clamp the cord in two places and cut it between the clamps
C) Place the mother in the knee-chest position (her head low & her bottom high)
Which of the following is TRUE concerning a stillborn baby? A) Infants born in cardiopulmonary arrest should not be resuscitated B) Resuscitation must always be attempted C) The death may occur weeks before delivery D) The parents should never be allowed to see the baby, especially if it has begun to deteriorate
C) The death may occur weeks before delivery
Which of the following BEST describes placenta previa? A) The loss of a pregnancy before the 20th week of gestation B) The placenta prematurely separates from the uterine wall C) The placenta is implanted low in the uterus and may cover the internal opening of the cervix D) The umbilical cord is the presenting part
C) The placenta is implanted low in the uterus and may cover the internal opening of the cervix
Which of the following is TRUE concerning the adolescent patient? A) They are generally be more truthful about what happened in front of parents than in front of peers B) They usually lack the sophistication to understand what you are doing or why C) They fear permanent disfigurement from injuries D) They are physiologically very different from adults
C) They fear permanent disfigurement from injuries
Your patient is a 3-year-old male who developed sudden stridor while playing with some of his 5-year-old cousin's toys. The patient is alert and anxious, producing stridor when he cries. His skin is pink and warm and capillary refill is <2-seconds. What should you do for this child? A) Attempt a finger sweep to remove the foreign body from the child's airway B) Deliver back-blows and chest-thrusts C) Transport the child sitting on his mother's lap D) Abdominal thrusts
C) Transport the child sitting on his mother's lap
Which of the following is the MOST common cause of death in children? A) Poisonings B) Environmental emergencies C) Trauma D) Infectious disease
C) Trauma
Which of the following is an early sign of respiratory distress in an 18-month-old patient? A) R=12 B) P=60 C) Wheezing D) Drowsiness
C) Wheezing
The "bag of waters" (BOW) that surrounds the developing fetus is also called the: A) meconium. B) uterus. C) amniotic sac. D) perineum.
C) amniotic sac.
S/S commonly found in the patient having a spontaneous abortion (miscarriage) include: A) cool and moist skin. B) hot and dry skin. C) bleeding, and then cramp-like abdominal pain. D) excessive dilation of the mother's pupils.
C) bleeding, and then cramp-like abdominal pain.
Your 2-year-old male patient got into his grandfather's nitroglycerin (NTG). You would be MOST concerned if the child: A) swallowed the pills. B) appeared normal on arrival. C) held the pills in his mouth. D) was fearful of you.
C) held the pills in his mouth.
Supine Hypotension Syndrome of Pregnancy (also called Aortocaval Syndrome) may produce s/s of dizziness, hypotension & cold-damp skin. What would you do for pregnant women with Supine Hypotensive Syndrome? A) Elevate her legs B) Place her in Trendelenburg position C) Place her in Knee-Chest position D) Turn her on her LEFT side
D) Turn her on her LEFT side
Which of the following is LEAST common in a child struck by a vehicle? A) Chest injuries B) Abdominal injuries C) Head injuries D) Upper extremity injuries
D) Upper extremity injuries
When you suspect child abuse, you should: A) confront the suspected abuser. B) attempt to get the child to implicate the abuser. C) be very stern with both the abuser and the child. D) attempt to gain the trust of the abuser
D) attempt to gain the trust of the abuser
Seizures due to (d/t) complications of pregnancy (called eclampsia) generally occur: A) in the first trimester. B) in the second trimester. C) before the mother even knows she is pregnant. D) late in pregnancy.
D) late in pregnancy.
Which of the following is TRUE regarding your assessment of a child patient? A) It is NOT possible to develop an initial impression of the child patient without a detailed PE B) Scene safety is NOT an important consideration in the care of child patients C) It is NOT necessary to wear PPE when dealing with child patients D) It is NOT recommended that you obtain a BP on child patients less than three-years-old
D) It is NOT recommended that you obtain a BP on child patients less than three-years-old
What is the medical term (taken from the German language) for "middle pain," that is associated with lower abdominal or pelvic pain that is experienced by some, but not all women with ovulation? A) Schlitterbahn B) Edelweiss C) Fahrvergnügen D) Mittleschmerz
D) Mittleschmerz
Which of the following best describes the term "crowning"? A) A discharge of bloody mucus B) The bag of waters (BOW) ruptures C) Complete dilation of the cervix D) The presenting part of the baby is visible at the vaginal opening
D) The presenting part of the baby is visible at the vaginal opening
In pregnancy, several normal changes occur. Which of the following statements is true? A) Blood volume decreases, heart rate decreases & BP slightly increases B) Blood volume decreases, heart rate increases & BP slightly increases C) Blood volume increases, heart rate decreases & BP slightly decreases D) Blood volume increases, heart rate increases & BP slightly decreases
D) Blood volume increases, heart rate increases & BP slightly decreases
Operators of emergency vehicles must drive with the safety of others in mind. This is known as driving: A) defensively. B) with emergency privilege. C) with road rage. D) with due regard.
D) with due regard.
During birth the perineum starts to tear. What should you do? A) Cut the perineum vertically with a scalpel B) Sew or apply steri-strips to the perineum C) do nothing D) Continue with the birth and treat the perineum as you would any soft tissue injury
D) Continue with the birth and treat the perineum as you would any soft tissue injury
Viral infection that narrows the airway & produces a "seal bark" cough & SOB; caused by several viral infections, especially parainfluenza virus, types-1 and 2, but also respiratory syncytial virus (RSV); seen in children ages 6-months to five-years-old
Croup
In general, a child is considered an adolescent when he reaches the age of _____ years. A) 4 B) 7 C) 9 D) 12
D) 12
Children's heads, although small, or proportionally larger than those of adults. How does this fact affect your thinking or actions as an EMT? A) You should adapt your positioning for cervical-spine immobilization in children B) You must consider different injury patterns than those of adults C) You should adapt your positioning to maintain an open airway in children D) All of the above
D) All of the above
During childbirth, the baby's head has just delivered, what do you do? A) Check to see if the umbilical cord is around the neck B) Suction the mouth C) Suction the nose D) All of the above
D) All of the above
In which of the following situations should the mother be transported immediately? A) The infant's arm is the presenting part B) The mother experiences a severe, tearing sensation in her abdomen during labor, and the outline of the fetus can be seen and felt through the abdominal wall C) Delivery is not imminent, but the mother has had 500-mL of painless, bright red bleeding D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is significant about delivering twins? A) They usually will be of lower than normal birth weight B) They need to be treated similar to premature births (premies) C) The second baby (Twin-B) often delivers breech D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following conditions should be present before the umbilical cord is cut? A) It is clamped in two places B) The cord is no longer pulsating C) The infant is breathing on its own D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following is a cause of gynecological (GYN) emergencies? A) Disorders of the female reproductive organs B) Sexual assault C) Soft tissue trauma to the external genitalia D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following is an indication of shock in an infant or small child? A) Absence of tears when crying B) Not producing wet diapers C) Capillary refill >2-seconds D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following is recommended to control postpartum bleeding? A) Encourage mother to breastfeed baby B) Direct pressure with OB-pad over any perineal lacerations C) Massage uterus until it is firm & grapefruit-sized D) All of the above
D) All of the above
Which of the following is true of premature infants ("premees")? A) They are at risk for respiratory difficulty B) They are more susceptible to infection C) They can easily develop hypothermia D) All of the above
D) All of the above
EMS workers (EMTs and paramedics) are required by law to report suspected child abuse. To which of the following parties should you report your suspicions? A) Emergency Department Medical Doctor (MD) B) EMS Supervisor C) Law enforcement D) All the Above
D) All the Above
Regarding the use of emergency sirens, which of the following is FALSE? A) Dense shrubbery may block the sound of the siren B) You should assume that other drivers cannot hear the siren C) The sound of the siren may increase the patient's anxiety D) Ambulance drivers are NOT affected by siren noise
D) Ambulance drivers are NOT affected by siren noise
A bulging fontanel in a child at rest, may indicate what? A) Normal development B) Dehydration C) Fever D) Increased intracranial pressure
D) Increased intracranial pressure
Life-threatening bacterial infection that produces a partial airway obstruction; characterized by drooling & painful swallowing; relatively uncommon now in the US due to (d/t) the Hemophilus influenzae vaccination
Epiglottitis
This disk-shaped organ of pregnancy connects the developing fetus with the mother's uterine wall and supplies oxygen and nutrients. What is the medical name for it? A) Cervix B) Uterus C) Placenta D) Amnion
Placenta