EMD EMD - Emergency Medical Dispatch Obstetric and Pediatric Emergency Protocols Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

During an obstetric call, the caller reports the umbilical cord is visible before the baby emerges. What is this condition?

Accepted Answer

Umbilical cord prolapse

Answer

Umbilical cord prolapse occurs when the cord precedes the baby and is a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate EMD action.

Question 2

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for single-rescuer infant CPR?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

Single-rescuer infant CPR uses a 30:2 compression-to-ventilation ratio, identical to the ratio used for adult CPR.

Question 3

When should an EMD begin providing pre-arrival instructions for a pediatric febrile seizure call?

Accepted Answer

Immediately upon learning the child is having a seizure

Answer

Pre-arrival seizure management instructions must begin immediately to protect the child and guide the caller regardless of cause or age.

Question 4

A caller reports a 2-year-old who ingested household chemicals. After dispatch, what should the EMD do?

Accepted Answer

Provide pre-arrival instructions per poisoning protocol, referencing Poison Control guidance

Answer

EMDs must follow poisoning protocols which include pre-arrival instructions and may incorporate Poison Control guidance; inducing vomiting is contraindicated for chemical ingestion.

Question 5

For a premature birth where the baby is delivered before EMS arrives, what is the most critical care concern?

Accepted Answer

The premature newborn is at high risk for hypothermia

Answer

Premature newborns lack insulating body fat and are highly vulnerable to rapid heat loss, making warmth a critical pre-arrival priority.

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EMD EMD - Emergency Medical Dispatch Obstetric and Pediatric Emergency Protocols Questions and Answers 2