OB/PEDS Paramedic fisdap study guide exam questions & answers 2023/2024

OB/PEDS Paramedic fisdap study guide exam questions & answers 2023/2024 Where would you apply pressure to assess the mother for contractions? - ANSWER-The fundus Placenta Previa - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-Cap refill. A female that is child bearing age who is complaining of abdominal pain with an abnormally low blood pressure, you should suspect? - ANSWER-Ectopic pregnancy A patient with deformity and no pulse to his extremity do to an injury, you should? - ANSWER-Attempt to reduce fracture ONCE to restore pulses. supine hypotensive syndrome - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 : - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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 - ANSWER-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