Emt Ob |20 Questions| With Correct Answers.

An infant is considered to be premature if it {Ans: weighs less than 5 pounds or is born before 36 weeks' gestation.}Braxton-Hicks contractions are characterized by {Ans: alleviation of pain with movement or changing positions}Abruptio placenta occurs when {Ans: the placenta prematurely separates from the uterine wall.}Which of the following statements regarding the placenta is correct {Ans: The placenta allows oxygen, carbon dioxide, and other products to transfer between the mother and fetus but does not allow blood to mix between the mother and fetus.}The only indications for placing your gloved fingers in the vagina during delivery is {Ans: Breech presentation in prolapsed umbilical cord}Which of the following are normal physiologic changes that encourage the mothers respiratory system during pregnancy {Ans: Increased respiratory rate and decreased respiratory reserve}Spina bifida is a development defect in which {Ans: a portion of the spinal cord or meninges protudes outside of the vertebrae}When the mother is experiencing a contraction you should instruct her to {Ans: take quick short breaths}While examining a woman in labor you see the umbilical cord protruding from the vagina you should do what {Ans: Push the infants head away from the