NREMT Special Populations & Pediatric Care

Question 1

What is a common sign of respiratory distress in children?

Accepted Answer

Nasal flaring and retractions

Answer

Hypertension.

Answer

Increased urination.

Answer

Weight loss.

Question 2

What is the best indicator of perfusion in infants?

Accepted Answer

Capillary refill

Answer

Blood pressure.

Answer

Heart rate.

Answer

Respiratory rate.

Question 3

What is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for two-rescuer child CPR?

Accepted Answer

15:2

Answer

30:2.

Answer

5:1.

Answer

10:2.

Question 4

What is a sign of child abuse?

Accepted Answer

Unexplained injuries and fearful behavior

Answer

Strong appetite.

Answer

Frequent smiling.

Answer

Active play.

Question 5

How should you communicate with elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

Speak clearly and allow extra time

Answer

Speak quickly and loudly.

Answer

Avoid making eye contact.

Answer

Ignore their concerns.

Question 6

Which condition is more common in elderly patients?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis and heart disease

Answer

Asthma.

Answer

Chickenpox.

Answer

Cystic fibrosis.

Question 7

What is the best way to transport a pregnant woman in her third trimester?

Accepted Answer

On her left side

Answer

Flat on her back.

Answer

On her right side.

Answer

Upright seated.

Question 8

What is the first step in neonatal resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

Provide warmth and stimulate

Answer

Begin chest compressions immediately.

Answer

Administer epinephrine.

Answer

Place on cold surface.

Question 9

What is the normal respiratory rate for a newborn?

Accepted Answer

40–60 bpm

Answer

20–30 bpm.

Answer

10–20 bpm.

Answer

60–80 bpm.