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What is the purpose of the ALARM acronym in midwifery care?
What is the purpose of the ALARM acronym in midwifery care?
- To adduct anterior shoulder and continue with chest compressions
- To manually deliver posterior arm and check for visible hand/arm at the perineum
- To apply suprapubic pressure and roll over hands and knees
- To call for help and lift legs during delivery (correct)
In the context of the ALARM acronym, what does 'McRoberts Maneuver' refer to?
In the context of the ALARM acronym, what does 'McRoberts Maneuver' refer to?
- Manually delivering the posterior arm
- Hyperflexing thighs (correct)
- Asking for help and lifting legs
- Applying suprapubic pressure
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?
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?
- Perform endotracheal intubation
- Continue with chest compressions and positive pressure ventilation (correct)
- Initiate hypothermia protocol
- Administer epinephrine
Which of the following factors are associated with Shoulder Dystocia?
Which of the following factors are associated with Shoulder Dystocia?
What is the primary role of midwives in out-of-hospital ante/intra/postpartum care?
What is the primary role of midwives in out-of-hospital ante/intra/postpartum care?
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?
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?
What is the first step to manage a shoulder dystocia during childbirth?
What is the first step to manage a shoulder dystocia during childbirth?
According to the ALARM acronym used in childbirth emergencies, what does 'A' stand for?
According to the ALARM acronym used in childbirth emergencies, what does 'A' stand for?
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?
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?
Which vital sign is commonly assessed to determine newborn well-being using the APGAR score?
Which vital sign is commonly assessed to determine newborn well-being using the APGAR score?
What are three measures in midwifery care that can help prevent complications during childbirth?
What are three measures in midwifery care that can help prevent complications during childbirth?
Why are neonates and infants predominantly nose breathers?
Why are neonates and infants predominantly nose breathers?
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?
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?
In the context of midwifery care, which of the following correctly represents the order of events during the mechanism of labor?
In the context of midwifery care, which of the following correctly represents the order of events during the mechanism of labor?
In the ALARM acronym used in midwifery care, what does the 'A' stand for?
In the ALARM acronym used in midwifery care, what does the 'A' stand for?
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?
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?
In the context of shoulder dystocia, which of the following maneuvers is typically performed to facilitate the delivery of the fetal shoulders?
In the context of shoulder dystocia, which of the following maneuvers is typically performed to facilitate the delivery of the fetal shoulders?
Which of the following is the most common type of breech presentation in a fetus?
Which of the following is the most common type of breech presentation in a fetus?
