NRP Review Questions with Correct
Answers 2025/2026
Which is the most important and effective action in a neonate requiring resuscitation? -
CORRECT ANSWER -effective PPV
What is the minimum information you need to know at delivery if possible? - CORRECT ANSWER
-how many babies expected
color of amniotic fluid
additional risk factors
expected gestational age
Hyper/hypothermia can be harmful to a neonate. - CORRECT ANSWER -true
Suction to the back of the throat and trachea is essential to clearing a newborns airway. -
CORRECT ANSWER -false
An infant in secondary apnea will respond (begin breathing) to stimulation. - CORRECT ANSWER
-false
PPV is indicated in which of the following conditions? - CORRECT ANSWER -HR<100 after dry
and stimulation
apnea
grunting
What is the appropriate compression:ventilation ratio for an neonate? - CORRECT ANSWER -3:1
, Which of the following are types of neonatal manual resuscitation devices? - CORRECT ANSWER
-flow inflating bag
self inflating bag
neopuff
When resuscitating newborns, chest compressions and medication are ___________ needed. -
CORRECT ANSWER -rarely
Newborn resuscitation is usually the result of cardiac arrest. - CORRECT ANSWER -false
Teamwork, leadership, and communication are critical to successful resuscitation of the
newborn. - CORRECT ANSWER -true
Chest compressions should start immediately if HR is <60. - CORRECT ANSWER -false
What is the most appropriate action for newborns who are breathing but have an SpO2 below
the targeted range? - CORRECT ANSWER -supplemental o2
Prolonged lack of adequate perfusion and oxygenation can lead to organ damage. - CORRECT
ANSWER -true
Common signs of respiratory stress in a neonate include. - CORRECT ANSWER -grunting
nasal flaring
retractions
It risk factors are suspected at delivery, at least ____ qualified people should be present solely
to manage the baby. - CORRECT ANSWER -2
Answers 2025/2026
Which is the most important and effective action in a neonate requiring resuscitation? -
CORRECT ANSWER -effective PPV
What is the minimum information you need to know at delivery if possible? - CORRECT ANSWER
-how many babies expected
color of amniotic fluid
additional risk factors
expected gestational age
Hyper/hypothermia can be harmful to a neonate. - CORRECT ANSWER -true
Suction to the back of the throat and trachea is essential to clearing a newborns airway. -
CORRECT ANSWER -false
An infant in secondary apnea will respond (begin breathing) to stimulation. - CORRECT ANSWER
-false
PPV is indicated in which of the following conditions? - CORRECT ANSWER -HR<100 after dry
and stimulation
apnea
grunting
What is the appropriate compression:ventilation ratio for an neonate? - CORRECT ANSWER -3:1
, Which of the following are types of neonatal manual resuscitation devices? - CORRECT ANSWER
-flow inflating bag
self inflating bag
neopuff
When resuscitating newborns, chest compressions and medication are ___________ needed. -
CORRECT ANSWER -rarely
Newborn resuscitation is usually the result of cardiac arrest. - CORRECT ANSWER -false
Teamwork, leadership, and communication are critical to successful resuscitation of the
newborn. - CORRECT ANSWER -true
Chest compressions should start immediately if HR is <60. - CORRECT ANSWER -false
What is the most appropriate action for newborns who are breathing but have an SpO2 below
the targeted range? - CORRECT ANSWER -supplemental o2
Prolonged lack of adequate perfusion and oxygenation can lead to organ damage. - CORRECT
ANSWER -true
Common signs of respiratory stress in a neonate include. - CORRECT ANSWER -grunting
nasal flaring
retractions
It risk factors are suspected at delivery, at least ____ qualified people should be present solely
to manage the baby. - CORRECT ANSWER -2
