NRP Provider Exam Section 2 (25 Questions
with Correct Answers 2025/2026)
1. When a newborn has a high risk of mortality and there is a significant burden of
morbidity among survivors, what should be included in your discussion with the parents
concerning options for resuscitation? - CORRECT ANSWER -The option of providing
comfort care can be considered.
2. Which of the following is true about the preparation and resources needed for a very
preterm birth? - CORRECT ANSWER -Prepare the preheated radiant warmer with a
thermal mattress, plastic wrap or bag, and a hat.
3. A 10-day-old, mechanically ventilated newborn suddenly develops a low heart rate
(bradycardia) and low oxygen saturation, despite increasing the oxygen concentration to
100%.What is the first and the most important step in the resuscitation of this newborn?
- CORRECT ANSWER -Assess and establish adequate ventilation.
4. Which statement best describes the ethical principle(s) that guide the resuscitation of a
newborn? - CORRECT ANSWER -The approach to decisions in the newborn should be
guided by the same principles used for adults and older children.
5. Which of the following may be associated with delayed cord clamping in vigorous
preterm newborns? - CORRECT ANSWER -Decreased need for blood transfusions
6. You are in the delivery room caring for a preterm newborn at 27 weeks' gestation. The
baby is 5 minutes old and breathing spontaneously. The baby's heart rate is 120 beats
per minute and the oxygen saturation is 90% in room air. The baby's respirations are
labored. Which of the following is an appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Administer CPAP at 5 cm H20 pressure
with Correct Answers 2025/2026)
1. When a newborn has a high risk of mortality and there is a significant burden of
morbidity among survivors, what should be included in your discussion with the parents
concerning options for resuscitation? - CORRECT ANSWER -The option of providing
comfort care can be considered.
2. Which of the following is true about the preparation and resources needed for a very
preterm birth? - CORRECT ANSWER -Prepare the preheated radiant warmer with a
thermal mattress, plastic wrap or bag, and a hat.
3. A 10-day-old, mechanically ventilated newborn suddenly develops a low heart rate
(bradycardia) and low oxygen saturation, despite increasing the oxygen concentration to
100%.What is the first and the most important step in the resuscitation of this newborn?
- CORRECT ANSWER -Assess and establish adequate ventilation.
4. Which statement best describes the ethical principle(s) that guide the resuscitation of a
newborn? - CORRECT ANSWER -The approach to decisions in the newborn should be
guided by the same principles used for adults and older children.
5. Which of the following may be associated with delayed cord clamping in vigorous
preterm newborns? - CORRECT ANSWER -Decreased need for blood transfusions
6. You are in the delivery room caring for a preterm newborn at 27 weeks' gestation. The
baby is 5 minutes old and breathing spontaneously. The baby's heart rate is 120 beats
per minute and the oxygen saturation is 90% in room air. The baby's respirations are
labored. Which of the following is an appropriate action? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Administer CPAP at 5 cm H20 pressure
