Life Span

Front

A mother has called 911 for medical assistance. She states that her 3-month-old has a rectal temperature of 99.7∘F and is not feeding. Which one of the following statements would be appropriate when talking with the mother?

Back

Given his age, a temperature of 99.7oF is normal.

Front

A young new mother has called 911 because her baby will not stop crying. On scene, you find a 6-month-old baby who alternates between crying and sleep. Which of the following statements to the mother would be most appropriate in this situation? "Is there a possibility of child abuse?" "Does this cry seem different to you?" "Has the baby had all his immunizations?" "It is normal for babies to cry and he seems to be sleeping well."

Back

"Does this cry seem different to you?"

Front

When assessing a sick 3-week-old baby, which finding would be most concerning? Options: Fontanelle level with the skull, Soft spot to the top of the head, Mucus occluding both nares, Rectal temperature of 99.4∘F

Back

Mucus occluding both nares

Front

The mother of a 9-month-old baby informs you that her child has yet to make any sounds that resemble words or speech. She asks you if this is normal. You would respond by saying:

Back

Babies typically begin making words at 6 months. I would call your pediatrician for additional information.

Front

When assessing a 5-month-old baby girl, you note that she cries when her mother holds her, but is quiet and at peace when her father takes her. Assessment reveals no outward problems. Based on your knowledge of psychosocial development, which of the following is a likely explanation?

Back

The father is most likely the baby’s primary caregiver.

Front

You must assess a crying 7-month-old baby who is vomiting. To best assess the patient, you should: allow the mother to hold the baby.

Back

allow the mother to hold the baby.

Front

You are assessing a 4-year-old with a fever and cough. The child is very calm and receptive to your presence. Which action would be most appropriate? Options: Ask the mother to leave until the assessment is complete. Take the child to the ambulance for assessment. Have the mother remain with him for the assessment. Refrain from touching the patient until in the ambulance.

Back

Have the mother remain with him for the assessment.

Front

A 7-year-old has fallen and exhibits deformity of his left wrist. He will not cooperate with you as you attempt a closer examination of the wrist. Which of the following statements would be appropriate given the patient’s age and behavior? Options: “This will not hurt you at all. Please let me see your wrist.”, “I know that you are scared, but I need to see your hand.”, “The doctor is going to get upset with me if you do not let me see what is wrong.”, “You can trust me. If I can see your wrist, I will get you kid’s stickers at the hospital.”

Back

“I know that you are scared, but I need to see your hand.”

Front

You are enroute to a home for an 8-year-old with “noisy” breathing and a cough. As you respond, which piece of advice would you give your partner, a new EMT? Options: “We will need to be careful. Children of this age group tend to throw tantrums, and we could get hurt if we are not careful.”, “The scene probably will be chaotic, so let’s just get the patient out to the ambulance and assess him there.”, “Although most children of this age are trusting of authority, let’s approach slowly and make the scene work for us.”, “Most children in this age group have a short attention span, so we need to assess him as quickly as possible.”

Back

“Although most children of this age are trusting of authority, let’s approach slowly and make the scene work for us.”

Front

When assessing and treating a 15-year-old female for abdominal pain, the EMT must remember that: a parent’s or guardian’s consent should be obtained prior to assessment and treatment.

Back

a parent’s or guardian’s consent should be obtained prior to assessment and treatment.