OB/PEDS Paramedic fisdap study guide completely solved 2022

OB/PEDS Paramedic fisdap study guide completely solved 2022Where would you apply pressure to assess the mother for contractions? The fundus Placenta Previa Placenta is implanted low in the uterus and covering part of or all of the cervix/ Leads to painless bright red vaginal bleeding in the 2nd or 3rd trimester. Best indicator to assess circulation in children Cap refill. A female that is child bearing age who is complaining of abdominal pain with an abnormally low blood pressure, you should suspect? Ectopic pregnancy A patient with deformity and no pulse to his extremity do to an injury, you should? Attempt to reduce fracture ONCE to restore pulses. supine hypotensive syndrome The uterus compresses the inferior vena cava reducing blood return. Occurs when the patient is left in supine position, place patient on left side. Nuchal cord when the cord is wrapped around the fetal neck The most common reason why newborns lose heat when exposed to cold air or draughts is loss by : Convection, dry them, wrap them in a blanket and put a hat on them if you are able to. Signs and Symptoms of Meningitis in pediatric patients Infants: Fever, localizing signs as lethargy, poor feeding, bulging fontanel. Children: Nuchal rigidity ( stiff neck) headaches, back pain, fever, ams, vomiting and photosensitivity & Kernig sign ( cannot extend legs at the knee.) Pre-eclampsia When a pregnant woman develops high blood pressure and protein in the urine after the 20th week (late 2nd or 3rd trimester) of pregnancy. Hypertension 140/90 Eclampsia most serious form of toxemia during pregnancy, Pre-eclampsia symptoms ( hypertension) along with seizures What should you do if a newborn patient has cyanosis and a heart rate of 60? Chest compressions and ventilate. What would be helpful if you had a 4 year old patient who drank household cleaning products? Poison control & what substance & time of consumption & how much How would you transport a small pediatric patient with a head injury who is stable Emergency to level 1 trauma patient, keep patient calm. What should you do if you have a pediatric patient seizing for several minutes. Administer a benzo, such as versed. primigravida a woman who is pregnant for the first time gestation period from fertilization of the ovum to birth Gravida number of times a woman has been pregnant, regardless of outcome of pregnancy. primipara first birth/pregnancy epiglotitis in child, drooling, high fever, stridor, tripod position, inability to swallow, SUDDEN ONSET (put nothing in mouth, transport immediately and quietly, 02 it tolerated, do not intervene if not necessary- crying may cause further obstruction of airway) Bronchitis inflammation of the bronchi Common cause of RSV Croup an acute respiratory syndrome in children and infants characterized by obstruction of the larynx, hoarseness, and a barking cough. Accompanied by a low grade fever, symptoms worsen at night. ( Upper airway infection) Discovery of sunken fontanelle is an indication of? Dehydration How and when do you suction a newborns airway Mouth first then nose second ( remember M before N ) You should suction if you notice the newborn is lethargic and there is meconium staining present. What should you do with an unresponsive choking child Start chest compressions/ cpr Where does fertilization occur? fallopian tubes What is the most likely cause of febrile seizures in children Fever or infection What is the definition of a seizure that the child is unresponsive for no more than 15 seconds and is looking straight ahead Absent seizure What is menopause? the cessation of ovarian activity/ menstruation What is the preferred intubation blade for a small pediatric Miller blade Whats the difference between a pediatric airway versus an adult airway Airway is much smaller and more flexible larger tongues Excessive traction on the umbilical cord during placental delivery can cause? Uterine Inversion How should you manage a small child conscious with a complete airway obstruction Back blows/thrusts Why do we assess a newborn APGAR score It helps record the condition of the newborn in the first few minutes of birth When do we assess the APGAR score in newborns 1 and 5 minutes after birth