EMT Block 4 Exam Questions and
Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the most reliable sign that delivery is imminent?
✔✔Crowning is visible at the vaginal opening
What should you do immediately after a baby is born and not crying?
✔✔Dry, warm, stimulate, and suction if needed
What is the normal respiratory rate for a newborn?
✔✔30 to 60 breaths per minute
What is the APGAR score used for?
✔✔To assess the newborn’s condition immediately after birth
What is the best way to control vaginal bleeding after delivery?
✔✔Massage the uterus and allow the baby to breastfeed
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,What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single rescuer infant CPR?
✔✔30:2
What does a bulging fontanelle on an infant suggest?
✔✔Increased intracranial pressure
What should you do if a prolapsed umbilical cord is present during delivery?
✔✔Insert sterile-gloved fingers to relieve pressure on the cord
What is the first step when treating a child with a high fever and seizures?
✔✔Ensure airway and breathing are maintained
What should you suspect in an infant with bruises in multiple stages of healing?
✔✔Possible child abuse
What is the most important step when treating a child with an airway obstruction?
✔✔Deliver back slaps and chest thrusts (if infant) or abdominal thrusts (if child)
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, What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in pediatric patients?
✔✔Respiratory failure
What sign in a pediatric patient suggests respiratory distress?
✔✔Nasal flaring and intercostal retractions
What is the best way to communicate with a frightened pediatric patient?
✔✔Get down to their eye level and speak calmly
What is a common cause of seizures in febrile pediatric patients?
✔✔Sudden spike in body temperature
What is the best method for assessing perfusion in an infant?
✔✔Capillary refill time
What should you do if a newborn’s heart rate is below 60 bpm after 30 seconds of stimulation
and ventilations?
✔✔Begin chest compressions
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Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 |
Correct & Verified
What is the most reliable sign that delivery is imminent?
✔✔Crowning is visible at the vaginal opening
What should you do immediately after a baby is born and not crying?
✔✔Dry, warm, stimulate, and suction if needed
What is the normal respiratory rate for a newborn?
✔✔30 to 60 breaths per minute
What is the APGAR score used for?
✔✔To assess the newborn’s condition immediately after birth
What is the best way to control vaginal bleeding after delivery?
✔✔Massage the uterus and allow the baby to breastfeed
1
,What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single rescuer infant CPR?
✔✔30:2
What does a bulging fontanelle on an infant suggest?
✔✔Increased intracranial pressure
What should you do if a prolapsed umbilical cord is present during delivery?
✔✔Insert sterile-gloved fingers to relieve pressure on the cord
What is the first step when treating a child with a high fever and seizures?
✔✔Ensure airway and breathing are maintained
What should you suspect in an infant with bruises in multiple stages of healing?
✔✔Possible child abuse
What is the most important step when treating a child with an airway obstruction?
✔✔Deliver back slaps and chest thrusts (if infant) or abdominal thrusts (if child)
2
, What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in pediatric patients?
✔✔Respiratory failure
What sign in a pediatric patient suggests respiratory distress?
✔✔Nasal flaring and intercostal retractions
What is the best way to communicate with a frightened pediatric patient?
✔✔Get down to their eye level and speak calmly
What is a common cause of seizures in febrile pediatric patients?
✔✔Sudden spike in body temperature
What is the best method for assessing perfusion in an infant?
✔✔Capillary refill time
What should you do if a newborn’s heart rate is below 60 bpm after 30 seconds of stimulation
and ventilations?
✔✔Begin chest compressions
3
