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

Question 1

When a caller reports a woman in active labor, what is the EMD dispatcher's first priority?

Accepted Answer

Obtain the caller's location and ensure help is dispatched

Answer

Confirming and dispatching to the correct location is always the first priority on any EMD call before any clinical assessment.

Question 2

Which MPDS protocol is typically used for pregnancy and childbirth emergency calls?

Accepted Answer

Protocol 24 (Pregnancy/Childbirth/OB)

Answer

MPDS Protocol 24 specifically covers pregnancy and childbirth emergencies, including imminent delivery situations.

Question 3

If a caller reports the baby's head is visible and crowning, what should the EMD do immediately?

Accepted Answer

Provide pre-arrival childbirth delivery instructions

Answer

Crowning indicates imminent delivery; the EMD must immediately provide pre-arrival instructions to assist with the birth.

Question 4

For a conscious pediatric choking victim, what instructions should the EMD provide?

Accepted Answer

Give age-appropriate back blows and abdominal thrusts per protocol

Answer

Age-appropriate choking relief (back blows and abdominal thrusts) must be instructed immediately for a conscious child who is choking.

Question 5

When a newborn does not breathe after delivery, what is the first instruction an EMD should give?

Accepted Answer

Stimulate by rubbing the back and clear the airway

Answer

Stimulating the newborn and ensuring airway clearance are the initial steps before progressing to resuscitation measures.

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