NRP 8TH EDITION EXAM 2026 QUESTIONS
WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Benefits of delayed cord clamping (term babies). Answer: 1. Improve
early hematologic measurements
2. benefits for neurodevelopmental outcomes
Con: Increased chance of needing phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia
◉ Benefits of delayed cord clamping (preterm babies). Answer: 1.
Decreased chance of needing meds to support bp after birth
2. Requiring fewer blood transfusions during hospitalization
3. Possible improved survival
◉ If the baby is not vigorous at birth, but the placental circulation is
intact, what may be a reasonable course of action?. Answer: The
provider may clear the airway with the bulb syringe and gently stimulate
the baby to breathe
◉ what is the purpose of the rapid evaluation of the newborn at birth?.
Answer: Determines if the baby can stay with mother or should be
moved to the radiant warmer
WITH ANSWERS GRADED A+
◉ Benefits of delayed cord clamping (term babies). Answer: 1. Improve
early hematologic measurements
2. benefits for neurodevelopmental outcomes
Con: Increased chance of needing phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia
◉ Benefits of delayed cord clamping (preterm babies). Answer: 1.
Decreased chance of needing meds to support bp after birth
2. Requiring fewer blood transfusions during hospitalization
3. Possible improved survival
◉ If the baby is not vigorous at birth, but the placental circulation is
intact, what may be a reasonable course of action?. Answer: The
provider may clear the airway with the bulb syringe and gently stimulate
the baby to breathe
◉ what is the purpose of the rapid evaluation of the newborn at birth?.
Answer: Determines if the baby can stay with mother or should be
moved to the radiant warmer