EMS 131 Exam 5 Test Questions Verified Correct answers New Update
The condition in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall is known as which of the
following?
Abruptio placentae
Placenta previa
Ectopic pregnancy
Preeclampsia - correct answer Abruptio placentae
You are assessing a pregnant woman whose chief complaint is vaginal bleeding. She is 8 months
pregnant and has moderate, bright red bleeding with no abdominal pain. She says that her
doctor was concerned about the location of the placenta. This condition is known as:
placenta disruption.
abruptio placentae.
unstable placenta.
placenta previa. - correct answer placenta previa.
The muscular organ in which a baby develops during pregnancy is called the:
fetal membrane.
placenta.
uterus.
amniotic sac. - correct answer uterus.
Which of the following describes the normal appearance of amniotic fluid?
A fluid containing blood and mucus
Thin fluid, greenish-yellow in color
Clear and colorless fluid
Thick fluid, greenish-black in color - correct answer Clear and colorless fluid
The muscle contraction mechanism that moves an egg down the fallopian tube toward the
uterus is the same mechanism that moves:
air down the bronchial tubes to the alveoli.
fluid into and out of the cell.
sweat to the surface of the skin.
,EMS 131 Exam 5 Test Questions Verified Correct answers New Update
food from the esophagus to the stomach. - correct answer food from the esophagus to the
stomach.
Which of the following may result from a woman in her third trimester of pregnancy lying in a
supine position?
Fetal compromise
Maternal hypotension
Maternal compensation for a decrease in blood pressure
All of these - correct answer All of these
You are assessing a 27-year-old female who is 9 months pregnant with her first child. She has
been having contractions for the past 6 hours. As you are about to assist her to your cot, she
asks you to wait because she feels the need to use the bathroom. Which of the following is the
best course of action?
Tell the patient she needs to be transported immediately and using the bathroom will have to
wait until she arrives at the hospital.
Advise the patient that this could be a sign of a serious complication, have her lie on her left
side, apply high-concentration oxygen, and transport immediately.
Allow the patient to use the bathroom because it will make transport and delivery more
comfortable.
Advise the patient that this could be an indication that the baby is ready to be born and you
need to check to see if the baby's head is visible. - correct answer Advise the patient that this
could be an indication that the baby is ready to be born and you need to check to see if the
baby's head is visible.
You have been called for a 32-year-old female who is in active labor. During your assessment
and interview, you note that she is 37 weeks along, this is her first child, and her contractions
are 5 minutes apart. She also tells you that her pregnancy is considered "high risk." Your first
concern should be:
assembling your delivery kit.
calling for a back-up unit.
getting to the hospital.
preparing for the delivery. - correct answer getting to the hospital.
, EMS 131 Exam 5 Test Questions Verified Correct answers New Update
You have responded to a woman who has possible premature labor. She is 8 months pregnant
and is experiencing labor pains. During your assessment, you note that the baby is not yet
crowning. You need to determine whether delivery is imminent or not. You should next:
time her contractions.
complete a set of vital signs.
check for cervical dilation.
check the level of the fundus. - correct answer time her contractions.
Which of the following is the correct way to time the frequency of contractions in the pregnant
woman?
From the beginning of a contraction to the end of the same contraction
From the end of one contraction to the beginning of the next
From the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next
After counting the number of contractions in a 15-minute period, multiply by 4 - correct
answer From the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next
You are called for a possible imminent delivery. Your patient is a 15-year-old girl who is, by your
estimation, about 8 months pregnant. She tells you that she has been hiding her pregnancy.
You are especially concerned about problems she might have during the delivery. Which of the
following are findings indicate that there may be a need for neonatal resuscitation?
The mother has a blood pressure of 130/82.
The mother does not intend to breastfeed.
The mother has not had prenatal care.
The mother's water has already broken. - correct answer The mother has not had prenatal
care.
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?
Section of wire coat hanger
Pair of shoelaces
White cotton thread
Clothespin - correct answer Pair of shoelaces
The condition in which the placenta separates from the uterine wall is known as which of the
following?
Abruptio placentae
Placenta previa
Ectopic pregnancy
Preeclampsia - correct answer Abruptio placentae
You are assessing a pregnant woman whose chief complaint is vaginal bleeding. She is 8 months
pregnant and has moderate, bright red bleeding with no abdominal pain. She says that her
doctor was concerned about the location of the placenta. This condition is known as:
placenta disruption.
abruptio placentae.
unstable placenta.
placenta previa. - correct answer placenta previa.
The muscular organ in which a baby develops during pregnancy is called the:
fetal membrane.
placenta.
uterus.
amniotic sac. - correct answer uterus.
Which of the following describes the normal appearance of amniotic fluid?
A fluid containing blood and mucus
Thin fluid, greenish-yellow in color
Clear and colorless fluid
Thick fluid, greenish-black in color - correct answer Clear and colorless fluid
The muscle contraction mechanism that moves an egg down the fallopian tube toward the
uterus is the same mechanism that moves:
air down the bronchial tubes to the alveoli.
fluid into and out of the cell.
sweat to the surface of the skin.
,EMS 131 Exam 5 Test Questions Verified Correct answers New Update
food from the esophagus to the stomach. - correct answer food from the esophagus to the
stomach.
Which of the following may result from a woman in her third trimester of pregnancy lying in a
supine position?
Fetal compromise
Maternal hypotension
Maternal compensation for a decrease in blood pressure
All of these - correct answer All of these
You are assessing a 27-year-old female who is 9 months pregnant with her first child. She has
been having contractions for the past 6 hours. As you are about to assist her to your cot, she
asks you to wait because she feels the need to use the bathroom. Which of the following is the
best course of action?
Tell the patient she needs to be transported immediately and using the bathroom will have to
wait until she arrives at the hospital.
Advise the patient that this could be a sign of a serious complication, have her lie on her left
side, apply high-concentration oxygen, and transport immediately.
Allow the patient to use the bathroom because it will make transport and delivery more
comfortable.
Advise the patient that this could be an indication that the baby is ready to be born and you
need to check to see if the baby's head is visible. - correct answer Advise the patient that this
could be an indication that the baby is ready to be born and you need to check to see if the
baby's head is visible.
You have been called for a 32-year-old female who is in active labor. During your assessment
and interview, you note that she is 37 weeks along, this is her first child, and her contractions
are 5 minutes apart. She also tells you that her pregnancy is considered "high risk." Your first
concern should be:
assembling your delivery kit.
calling for a back-up unit.
getting to the hospital.
preparing for the delivery. - correct answer getting to the hospital.
, EMS 131 Exam 5 Test Questions Verified Correct answers New Update
You have responded to a woman who has possible premature labor. She is 8 months pregnant
and is experiencing labor pains. During your assessment, you note that the baby is not yet
crowning. You need to determine whether delivery is imminent or not. You should next:
time her contractions.
complete a set of vital signs.
check for cervical dilation.
check the level of the fundus. - correct answer time her contractions.
Which of the following is the correct way to time the frequency of contractions in the pregnant
woman?
From the beginning of a contraction to the end of the same contraction
From the end of one contraction to the beginning of the next
From the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next
After counting the number of contractions in a 15-minute period, multiply by 4 - correct
answer From the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next
You are called for a possible imminent delivery. Your patient is a 15-year-old girl who is, by your
estimation, about 8 months pregnant. She tells you that she has been hiding her pregnancy.
You are especially concerned about problems she might have during the delivery. Which of the
following are findings indicate that there may be a need for neonatal resuscitation?
The mother has a blood pressure of 130/82.
The mother does not intend to breastfeed.
The mother has not had prenatal care.
The mother's water has already broken. - correct answer The mother has not had prenatal
care.
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?
Section of wire coat hanger
Pair of shoelaces
White cotton thread
Clothespin - correct answer Pair of shoelaces
