NRP 8th Edition Advanced (1-11) Provider Curriculum
Questions with Correct Answers 2025/2026
When meconium-stained fluids is the only risk factor, how many qualified people should be
present at the time of birth? - CORRECT ANSWER -At least two
According to the neonatal resuscitation program quick equipment checklist, how should the
flow meter be set to prepare for ventilation? - CORRECT ANSWER -10 L/min
What are the potential benefits of delayed cord clamping for term and late preterm babies? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Beneficial for neurodevelopmental outcomes and improved early
hematologic measurements.
What are the potential benefits of delayed cord clamping for preterm babies? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Decreasing the chance of needing medications to support blood pressure after birth,
possibly improved survival, and requiring fewer blood transfusions during hospitalization.
When placing and orogastric tube, measure the insertion depth while PPV or CPAP is in progress
by measuring from the bridge of the nose to the earlobe and from the earlobe to the? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Point between the xiphoid process and the umbilicus.
What are the indications for inserting a laryngeal mask? - CORRECT ANSWER -You cannot
ventilate. Newborn has anomalies involving the mouth, lip, tongue, palate, or neck. Newborn
has small mandible. You cannot intubate. Newborn has a large tongue.
When should you consider using a cardiac monitor? - CORRECT ANSWER -When an alternative
airway is required, a cardiac monitor is recommended. PPV is required. The baby is not
vigorous. Pulse oximetry does not work. The heart rate is difficult to auscultate.
What does PEEP help achieve? - CORRECT ANSWER -Stable lung inflation. Removes fluid.
Prevents air spaces from collapsing during exhalation.
, When resuscitation is anticipated, when should you apply pulse oximetry? - CORRECT ANSWER -
After completing the initial steps.
What type of syringe should you have at the radiant warmer in order to help clear the airway? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Bulb syringe.
What size F suction catheter should you have ready at the radiant warmer attached to wall
suction? - CORRECT ANSWER -10F or 12F
What mm/Hg should your wall suction be set at the radiant warmer? - CORRECT ANSWER -80 to
100
Should you have a tracheal aspirator at the radiant warmer? - CORRECT ANSWER -Yes
What should you have at the radiant warmer in order to auscultate the baby's heart rate and
lungs? - CORRECT ANSWER -Stethoscope
Should you have the radiant warmer preheated? - CORRECT ANSWER -Yes
What sensor and cover should you have at the warmer for prolonged resuscitation? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Temperature sensor and cover.
In order to keep baby warm while at the warmer you should have what linens and clothes
ready? - CORRECT ANSWER -Warmer towels and blankets and a hat for their head.
If the baby is <32 weeks gestation what should you have at the warmer to wrap them in? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Plastic bag or plastic wrap
Questions with Correct Answers 2025/2026
When meconium-stained fluids is the only risk factor, how many qualified people should be
present at the time of birth? - CORRECT ANSWER -At least two
According to the neonatal resuscitation program quick equipment checklist, how should the
flow meter be set to prepare for ventilation? - CORRECT ANSWER -10 L/min
What are the potential benefits of delayed cord clamping for term and late preterm babies? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Beneficial for neurodevelopmental outcomes and improved early
hematologic measurements.
What are the potential benefits of delayed cord clamping for preterm babies? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Decreasing the chance of needing medications to support blood pressure after birth,
possibly improved survival, and requiring fewer blood transfusions during hospitalization.
When placing and orogastric tube, measure the insertion depth while PPV or CPAP is in progress
by measuring from the bridge of the nose to the earlobe and from the earlobe to the? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Point between the xiphoid process and the umbilicus.
What are the indications for inserting a laryngeal mask? - CORRECT ANSWER -You cannot
ventilate. Newborn has anomalies involving the mouth, lip, tongue, palate, or neck. Newborn
has small mandible. You cannot intubate. Newborn has a large tongue.
When should you consider using a cardiac monitor? - CORRECT ANSWER -When an alternative
airway is required, a cardiac monitor is recommended. PPV is required. The baby is not
vigorous. Pulse oximetry does not work. The heart rate is difficult to auscultate.
What does PEEP help achieve? - CORRECT ANSWER -Stable lung inflation. Removes fluid.
Prevents air spaces from collapsing during exhalation.
, When resuscitation is anticipated, when should you apply pulse oximetry? - CORRECT ANSWER -
After completing the initial steps.
What type of syringe should you have at the radiant warmer in order to help clear the airway? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Bulb syringe.
What size F suction catheter should you have ready at the radiant warmer attached to wall
suction? - CORRECT ANSWER -10F or 12F
What mm/Hg should your wall suction be set at the radiant warmer? - CORRECT ANSWER -80 to
100
Should you have a tracheal aspirator at the radiant warmer? - CORRECT ANSWER -Yes
What should you have at the radiant warmer in order to auscultate the baby's heart rate and
lungs? - CORRECT ANSWER -Stethoscope
Should you have the radiant warmer preheated? - CORRECT ANSWER -Yes
What sensor and cover should you have at the warmer for prolonged resuscitation? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Temperature sensor and cover.
In order to keep baby warm while at the warmer you should have what linens and clothes
ready? - CORRECT ANSWER -Warmer towels and blankets and a hat for their head.
If the baby is <32 weeks gestation what should you have at the warmer to wrap them in? -
CORRECT ANSWER -Plastic bag or plastic wrap
