Anatomy & Physiology of Pregnancy
The uterus is primarily made of which type of muscle?
What is smooth muscle?
What is the first stage of labor called?
What is the Dilation stage?
What anatomical difference in children and infants can potentially block their airway during procedures like the chin-lift or jaw-tilt maneuver?
What is a larger tongue?
In what manner should the primary assessment of a child be conducted?
What is unobtrusive, without touching the child or infant.
Name two sensory changes that might affect an elderly patient’s safety and quality of life.
What are decreased vision and diminished hearing?
At what point does the placenta develop during pregnancy?
What is after the egg attaches to the uterine wall?
What is assessed using the APGAR score?
What is Appearance, Pulse, Grimace, Activity, and Respiration?
Which airway characteristic in infants makes them prefer nasal over mouth breathing?
What is a narrow trachea or high positioned epiglottis?
What is the sequence of the Pediatric Assessment Triangle's components observed within 15-30 seconds?
What are Appearance, Breathing, and Skin (Circulation)?
When assisting a geriatric patient with ventilation, why is it important to be cautious about the pressure you use?
What is to avoid chest injury?
Which trimester is associated with the highest risk of miscarriage?
What is the first trimester?
What major complication associated with delivery involves significant blood loss?
What is postpartum hemorrhage?
How much faster do children under the age of 5 breathe compared to adults?
What is 2 to 3 times faster?
What is one of the signs of respiratory distress or failure in children?
What are rapid respirations, nostril flaring, grunting, or cyanosis?
Which positioning method should be used for geriatric patients with altered mental status?
What is H.A.IN.E.S. (High Arm IN Endangered Spine)?
What are the primary functions of the placenta?
What is delivers oxygen and nutrients to the fetus and removes waste?
True or False: The fourth stage of labor involves the immediate delivery of the baby.
What is False?
At what stage do children become better at communication but still struggle with complex sentences and may see events as their fault?
What is preschoolers (3-5 years)?
In case of a motor-vehicle collision, what are the primary steps you need to take for a pediatric patient?
What are ensuring the airway is open, controlling bleeding, and observing/reporting injuries?
List three signs that could indicate a geriatric patient is experiencing elder abuse.
What are bruises, poor hygiene, and malnutrition?
During which trimester does the fetus experience the most rapid growth and cause the mother to gain the most weight?
What is the third trimester?
Explain the significance of positive-pressure ventilations when caring for a newborn post-delivery.
What is to initiate breathing in a non-breathing newborn and provide necessary respiration support?
When considering the use of an AED, what age and weight criteria define a 'child'?
What is between 1-8 years or under 55lbs?
How should you proceed if you identify signs of child abuse or neglect, such as unexplained injuries or different stages of healing?
What is to not confront the caregivers directly and ensure your safety first?
How should you communicate with a patient with Down syndrome to ensure understanding and cooperation?
What is by using clear, simple explanations with patience?