18 Questions
What is the purpose of the ALARM acronym in midwifery care?
To call for help and lift legs during delivery
In the context of the ALARM acronym, what does 'McRoberts Maneuver' refer to?
Hyperflexing thighs
What is the recommended action in the NRP flow chart if a patient's heart rate is 45 bpm after 30 seconds of chest compression and positive pressure ventilation?
Continue with chest compressions and positive pressure ventilation
Which of the following factors are associated with Shoulder Dystocia?
Poorly controlled diabetes and large fetus
What is the primary role of midwives in out-of-hospital ante/intra/postpartum care?
To provide primary health care and be the highest medical authority present
According to the NRP flow chart, what should be done if a patient's heart rate is less than or equal to 60 bpm after 30 seconds of positive pressure ventilation with room air?
Begin chest compressions
What is the first step to manage a shoulder dystocia during childbirth?
30 seconds of positive pressure ventilation using 100% O2
According to the ALARM acronym used in childbirth emergencies, what does 'A' stand for?
Ask for help
In a situation where a baby is born at home and shows signs of cyanosis, weak cry, and irregular respirations, what should be the immediate response based on NRP flow chart?
30 seconds of positive pressure ventilation using 100% O2
Which vital sign is commonly assessed to determine newborn well-being using the APGAR score?
Heart rate
What are three measures in midwifery care that can help prevent complications during childbirth?
Encouraging early breastfeeding
Why are neonates and infants predominantly nose breathers?
Due to a relatively weak diaphragm
According to the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) flow chart, what is the appropriate next step if a newborn has a heart rate less than 100 bpm after 30 seconds of positive pressure ventilation with oxygen?
Continue positive pressure ventilation for another 30 seconds with oxygen
In the context of midwifery care, which of the following correctly represents the order of events during the mechanism of labor?
Descent, flexion, internal rotation, restitution, extension, expulsion
In the ALARM acronym used in midwifery care, what does the 'A' stand for?
Abnormal presentation
According to the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) guidelines, what is the appropriate compression-to-ventilation ratio for neonatal patients when performed by a single rescuer?
30:2
In the context of shoulder dystocia, which of the following maneuvers is typically performed to facilitate the delivery of the fetal shoulders?
All of the above
Which of the following is the most common type of breech presentation in a fetus?
Frank breech
Test your knowledge on the correct order of the mechanism of labour. Choose between different sequences including descent, flexion, internal rotation, and more.
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