After successfully delivering a baby, the EMT notes that the protruding umbilical cord is lengthening and a small gush of blood came out of the vagina. The appropriate action would be to:
A) Massage the patient's uterus
B) Apply a sanitary pad over the vaginal opening
C) Prepare for delivery of the placenta
D) Open the vaginal canal using obstetric forceps
C) Prepare for delivery of the placenta
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When turning patients from prone to supine, PTs/PTAs start with their hands on the patient's:
a. back. b. front.
Medicine cups are preferred for dosages of what size?
A. between 1 teaspoon and 1 tablespoon B. between 1 teaspoon and 3 teaspoons C. between 2 teaspoons and 2 tablespoons D. between 3 teaspoons and 3 tablespoons
The specialty of obstetrics deals with pregnancy, labor, delivery, and postpartum. It is often combined with ________. A practice that specializes in both is referred to as OB/GYN.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).