CEP CEP Pediatric & Obstetric Emergencies 2

Question 1

What is the recommended compression-to-ventilation ratio for a 2-rescuer infant CPR?

Accepted Answer

15:2

Answer

Two-rescuer infant CPR uses a 15:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio per AHA guidelines for healthcare providers.

Question 2

Which presentation is most consistent with epiglottitis in a child?

Accepted Answer

Drooling, tripod position, high fever

Answer

Epiglottitis classically presents with drooling, a tripod or sniffing position, high fever, and severe sore throat due to supraglottic swelling.

Question 3

A child is seizing and IV access cannot be established. Which route is preferred for benzodiazepine administration?

Accepted Answer

Intranasal or rectal

Answer

Intranasal or rectal benzodiazepine administration is preferred when IV access is unavailable for pediatric seizures in the prehospital setting.

Question 4

What is the most common cause of cardiac arrest in pediatric patients?

Accepted Answer

Respiratory failure leading to hypoxia

Answer

Unlike adults, most pediatric cardiac arrests are caused by respiratory failure and hypoxia rather than primary cardiac events.

Question 5

When should a paramedic consider field delivery versus transport for an obstetric patient?

Accepted Answer

When delivery is imminent with crowning or uncontrollable urge to push

Answer

Field delivery should be considered when crowning is visible or the patient has an uncontrollable urge to push, indicating imminent delivery.

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